A Blog about PTSD, and Mental Health, with a bit of poetry sprinkled in along the way.
Turning around to see
where I had been
I noticed the sun tending to
the embers of the afterglow.
Etching the memory deep
into my mind, my body and my soul
I walk away.
Deeply, yet gently inhaling
I feel myself fill up with strength and courage
knowing
that this, right now, is a perfect moment.
©words and photo: Alexis Rose
Thank you for reading my books: If I Could Tell You How It Feels, and Untangled, A Story of Resilience, Courage, and Triumph
As the rain gently falls
we remember those who are
with us in our hearts.
They will always be a part of us.
With a silent prayer, we honor
their heart, their soul, their essence
by tending to the flowers in the earth.
©Alexis Rose, image source: Pixabay
Thank you for reading my books: If I Could Tell You How It Feels, and Untangled, A Story of Resilience, Courage, and Triumph
Meandering through
the crystallized mountains
my spirit awakens
with the message
of those who lived long ago
yet still, walk among us
They spoke to me of
kindness, respect
and the resolve to
stay steadfast
in hope and optimism
They showed me the
ability to ride
the tiger to battle
and to surf the waves
of emotions
I tasted the
tears of fear
of loss, of joy
I felt moments
that seemed unbearable
yet, still remained perfect
Hearing the laughter
Tasting the sweet kiss
Smelling the land
Touching the stars
Seeing the sun-rise
and set
Knowing
every day
every night
the times I fail
or falter
or act in the most human of ways
if I keep my heart open
and listen
the message remains the same
©Alexis Rose, Image source Pexels
Thank you for reading my books: If I Could Tell You How It Feels, and Untangled, A Story of Resilience, Courage, and Triumph
Walking at a slow and easy pace, I mindfully climb up a mountain trail on a cloudless day.
Prayer flags hanging in the trees. Some tattered, some brand new. All of them, hundreds of them secure in the branches high and low.
Crossing bridges made of wood I’m mindful to quiet my footfalls.
Besides the babbling creek, the only other sounds I hear
is the gentle wind rustling the leaves and grass.
Large stone incense burners filled with offerings of those who climbed before me, remind me to stop, rest, and breathe. Remember to breathe, take it in, and just walk softly. Peacefully.
This mountain; this hike under a cloudless sky
brings me closer to the place I’ve longed to visit for years.
My senses are awake. I feel peace and reverence.
I sit and meditate, letting go of the strings that hold me hostage to the stress and worry of the past few months. A knowing that I’m letting it go. I feel myself letting it go. I take a deep breath and wipe away tears of gratitude as I commit this experience, this landscape to memory.
I feel free, strong and affirm to myself that this mountain walk, this hike on a cloudless day, is a gift of beautiful peace that I get to experience as I travel along life’s path.
Thank you for reading my books: If I Could Tell You How It Feels, and Untangled, A Story of Resilience, Courage, and Triumph
Enter the garden
which grew out of friendship
trust, and tender care.
The delicate petals hold our secrets
gently and safely urging
us to let go, grow, and breathe
the colors of peace.
©Alexis Rose, image source: Pixabay
Thank you for reading my books: If I Could Tell You How It Feels, and Untangled, A Story of Resilience, Courage, and Triumph
Reflections of those we love
shimmer upon the water
bringing comfort and strength
even as they soar beyond this moment.
©Alexis Rose, Image source: Pixabay
Thank you for reading my books: If I Could Tell You How It Feels, and Untangled, A Story of Resilience, Courage, and Triumph
Notice the alters of nature’s bounty
The vast colors, the beauty of secret strength
Those who look upon their bloom may be not aware
of their perseverance, their unwavering intuitive knowing
that they are all equal and important in life’s garden.
©words Alexis Rose, Photo by TOMOKO UJI on Unsplash
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