Tuesday, March 5, 2013

Destiny



I found you in a cave
lost and wandering,
I fetched stars from the sky
to light your way.
You were juggling the past
and the present,
you were recycling your dreams.
I peeled away the layers of yesterday,
and soaked your scars in the moonlight.
I asked you to see your reflection
in the ocean,
find your way,
illuminate your soul.
Trust that this is your journey to travel,
believe that you are meant to live,
to love,
to be right here in this moment.



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117 comments:

  1. Brian MillerMarch 5, 2013 at 10:32 AM

    smiles...you sound like my wife...that is where she found me, in a metaphorical cave and helped me to see once more....a familiar journey to me...

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  2. Pat HattMarch 5, 2013 at 10:44 AM

    Still in my cave, all nice and snug in hibernation haha

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  3. Optimistic ExistentialistMarch 5, 2013 at 11:14 AM

    I love this and I love the picture you chose. Living in the moment :)

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  4. kelvin s.m.March 5, 2013 at 12:36 PM

    ...very sensitive write Ayala... fate moves in time we least expected it to get in... i see you found the right match with him... & vise versa... your poems are getting deeper & more passionate each time i visit here... and i loved it.. smiles...

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    1. ayalaMarch 6, 2013 at 7:48 PM

      Thank you, Kelvin...I believe this poem is universal because we have all been at a crossroad when we wonder, is this where we should be and is this what we should be doing. :)

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    2. kelvin s.m.March 6, 2013 at 9:32 PM

      ...agreed... agreed... smiles...

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  5. GraceMarch 5, 2013 at 1:22 PM

    Love the meaningful write, to help someone in his/her journey is a blessing ~

    Have a lovely day ~

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  6. Audrey Howitt aka DivaloungerMarch 5, 2013 at 2:59 PM

    I peeled away the layers of yesterday,
    and soaked your scars in the moonlight.



    How beautiful

    and how true

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  7. Tracy Kuhn GreenleeMarch 5, 2013 at 3:07 PM

    this a beautiful poem of caring and love...thank-you

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  8. Mark ButkusMarch 5, 2013 at 3:22 PM

    You've touched my soul Ayala.

    Cheers,

    Mark Butkus

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  9. Susan DanielsMarch 5, 2013 at 3:40 PM

    Beautiful! This centered me.

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  10. anthonynorthMarch 5, 2013 at 3:42 PM

    Beautiful, life-affirming words.

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  11. AnonymousMarch 5, 2013 at 3:42 PM

    Simply beautiful...and comforting :))

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  12. Laurie KolpMarch 5, 2013 at 3:48 PM

    I like recycling dreams as you've used it here although I try not to do that..

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  13. Rudri Bhatt Patel @ Being RudriMarch 5, 2013 at 4:08 PM

    Uplifting. We should always remember to start where we are.

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  14. DulceMarch 5, 2013 at 4:18 PM

    This suits me like a globe my dear Ayala
    Thanks for sharing
    I need to recycle my dreams... oh I love that-especially
    Hugs

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    1. ayalaMarch 6, 2013 at 7:52 PM

      Thank you, Dulce. I hope all is well with you.

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  15. AdrienneMarch 5, 2013 at 4:32 PM

    Love peels away those layers of yesterday in powerful ways when we give it time and permission. This is a gentle tale of healing love that I would dedicate to my husband....Just lovely.

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  16. CloudiaMarch 5, 2013 at 4:41 PM

    Oh thank you, Kwan Yin
    Aloha

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  17. ClaudiaMarch 5, 2013 at 5:08 PM

    recycling dreams..peeling away layers of yesterday..i like the images and also the encouraging voice..

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  18. MaryMarch 5, 2013 at 5:08 PM

    To live, to love, to be in the moment is a wonderful thing!

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    1. ayalaMarch 6, 2013 at 7:54 PM

      That's all we are promised... this moment.

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  19. Dana DampierMarch 5, 2013 at 5:11 PM

    "I fetched stars from the sky to light your way" Just one of the many lines I really like in the poem! It's absolutely beautiful!

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  20. hedgewitchMarch 5, 2013 at 5:23 PM

    Everyone needs such a caring and nurturing guide--lovely, ayala.

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  21. WabiSabiMarch 5, 2013 at 5:32 PM

    Oh this poem went straight to my heart! Staying right where one's feet are----a most important message!! Word Play

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  22. Stan SkiMarch 5, 2013 at 5:34 PM

    So it is written, so shall it be done...

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  23. AnonymousMarch 5, 2013 at 6:20 PM

    Yes Ayala, that's all we have is to live in the moment, and hopefully have someone to care.

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  24. ColleenMarch 5, 2013 at 6:43 PM

    This entire poem is really resonating with me right now. If I were to have a meeting with my inner self...this is how it would go. Especially the juggling the past and the present & recycling dreams part. I LOVE this. Thank you for writing it. That may not be its intention, but that's how I'm feeling it! :)

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    1. ayalaMarch 6, 2013 at 7:56 PM

      Thank you, Colleen. So happy it inspired you.

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  25. Marbles in My PocketMarch 5, 2013 at 7:01 PM

    This is so beautiful, Ayala! Your wrods and thoughts flow wonderfully!

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  26. henry clemmonsMarch 5, 2013 at 7:12 PM

    Makes me want to watch a love story. Very elegant and moving words. Inspiring!

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  27. Mark KerstetterMarch 5, 2013 at 7:27 PM

    I could love that Destiny!

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  28. TALONMarch 5, 2013 at 7:27 PM

    This is what good friends do...

    This is beautiful, ayala.

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  29. Gloria BakerMarch 5, 2013 at 7:33 PM

    ia amazing and beautiful!!

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  30. TruedessaMarch 5, 2013 at 7:51 PM

    This a a beautiful..I could feel the words.

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  31. colleenMarch 5, 2013 at 8:00 PM

    Poured out those stars from the bigger dipper's pan. I like the idea of using the ocean as a scrying mirror.

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  32. UnknownMarch 5, 2013 at 8:45 PM

    "I fetched stars from the sky to light your way" - brilliant line. Beautiful imagery in this.

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  33. Helena WhiteMarch 5, 2013 at 8:59 PM

    Perfection! Every word. This has to be my favorite . I am soul grateful for having met you Ayala...
    ❤ஆ

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    1. ayalaMarch 6, 2013 at 7:59 PM

      My dear Helena, thank you. I am soul grateful for having met you. :)

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  34. AnonymousMarch 5, 2013 at 9:16 PM

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  35. JeffMarch 5, 2013 at 9:38 PM

    Very nice--it's not easy to live in the present, we often need a loving friend to help us find our way.

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  36. RavenblackMarch 5, 2013 at 9:58 PM

    A poem of gentle encouragement. :) Wonderful to read.

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  37. flaubertMarch 5, 2013 at 10:11 PM

    If only everyone can be that blessed the world would be a much nicer place, don't you think, Ayala? Very beautiful write.

    Pamela

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  38. indieflowerMarch 5, 2013 at 10:19 PM

    I love the first four lines.

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  39. AnonymousMarch 6, 2013 at 7:08 AM

    So many strong images to enjoy here - it's impossible to pick a favourite.

    However, I think that a little work with the editor's red pen might strengthen an already good poem.

    Like Brian, my wife found me in a metaphorical cave and took the time to coax me out... I can never thank her enough for that.

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    1. ayalaMarch 7, 2013 at 7:25 AM

      I'm glad she was there to light the way :)

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  40. Steve KingMarch 6, 2013 at 7:14 AM

    Nice work, Ayala. A dreamy and emotional experience.

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  41. WolfsrosebudMarch 6, 2013 at 7:22 AM

    loved the tenderness in this piece

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  42. Sadia KhanMarch 6, 2013 at 8:19 AM

    Your poems have so much to say...btfl indeed ..

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  43. annell4March 6, 2013 at 9:18 AM

    Nicely done!

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  44. The Zen of GavinMarch 6, 2013 at 9:20 AM

    You were juggling the past
    and the present,

    Excellent.

    We all need our scars soaked in the moonlight from time to time :-).

    Gavin

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  45. joannaMarch 6, 2013 at 10:04 AM

    just... beautiful. smiles

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  46. steveroniMarch 6, 2013 at 11:40 AM

    Meant to comment here yesterday, but glad for now--Honey I struggled to recall where I copied that photo...I will this moment caption under it a link to you. I AM failing, ya know?

    (It is done, I'm SO glad you let me know...THANK YOU!)

    Now to comment: Have not most of us--who've truly loved--
    either brought other out of cave...or WERE BROUGHT from cave? Beautiful writing, memories, truthfulness!

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    1. ayalaMarch 7, 2013 at 7:27 AM

      Thank you, Steve. I am glad you were able to use the photo :) Peace.

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  47. UnknownMarch 6, 2013 at 12:21 PM

    This is relatable and very touching.

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  48. VictoriaMarch 6, 2013 at 1:09 PM

    So full of symbolism. Jung would love it. Me too.

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  49. Maude LynnMarch 6, 2013 at 2:46 PM

    So lovely!

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  50. UnknownMarch 6, 2013 at 6:22 PM

    This message in your words is kindred to my way. Truly lovely expression, send peace ~ Rose

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  51. CMMarch 6, 2013 at 6:30 PM

    Wow, that is beautiful! Love it. I'm curious what your inspiration was behind it.

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    1. ayalaMarch 7, 2013 at 7:29 AM

      Thank you, CM. Life is the inspiration. :)

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  52. Jennifer WagnerMarch 6, 2013 at 6:38 PM

    There is such encouragement and hopefulness in this. Wonderful.

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  53. SaravMarch 6, 2013 at 10:35 PM

    Hi Ayala!
    I love these lines:

    I peeled away the layers of yesterday,
    and soaked your scars in the moonlight

    Brilliant :-)

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  54. ayalaMarch 7, 2013 at 7:29 AM

    Thank you and I will. :)

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  55. Celestial DreamzMarch 7, 2013 at 10:08 AM

    it's always so refreshing to read your poems ... a brilliant write as always.

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  56. Myrna R.March 7, 2013 at 5:35 PM

    This is like a poetic prayer. I love it. It's so imaginative and beautiful.

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  57. A Cuban In LondonMarch 8, 2013 at 8:23 AM

    Passionate and beautiful. I thoroughly enjoyed your poem. Many thanks.

    Greetings from London.

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  58. adhi dasMarch 9, 2013 at 3:38 AM

    liked ur lines it was superb..GOD<3U

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  59. Other MaryMarch 10, 2013 at 12:10 PM

    Reading this is healing Ayala. Thank you. xo

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  60. AnonymousMarch 11, 2013 at 8:07 AM

    you were recycling your dreams.
    I peeled away the layers of yesterday,
    and soaked your scars in the moonlight.

    Best 3 lines in the poem, They are quite provocative and highly charged, but also peaceful at the same time. Nice work.

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