Adjust the Sails and Feel the Heal

"We cannot direct the wind but we can adjust our sail."

It was a wonderful blessing to be able to run around Jamaica Pond again. Boston City Councillor Matt O'Malley made sure there was signage directing walkers/joggers/runners to run in one direction and pass on the left. There were signs at the entrances to the Pond and on the benches. Last week there was too much congestion when we got there to allow for adequate social distancing.

Even though the day was overcast, the beauty of the Pond and my deep appreciation for its majesty were abundantly clear. We did a wonderful tempo run breathing deeply, noticing the ducks, the movement of the water and how the sky began to transform revealing patches of blue and even a hint of sunshine!



Jamaica Pond has always been our happy place to run and during these times of needing to stay at home as much as possible, its majesty was magnified.

I wrote this poem several years ago that seems to be fitting for today:
Feel the Heal

Feel the heal and heal the fear let goodness Love prevail
holding hands with open heart through adversity we sail.
Living in the present a gift no future and no past
surfing waves of our emotions suffering can’t last.

Feel the heal and heal the fear an illusion that fear is real
let go relax refresh and rest Love and Light can now reveal.
Faith and love no match for fear trust for we can fly
appearances deceiving doubts kiss them all goodbye.

Feel the heal and heal the fear we’re held in Loving arms
The Universe magnificent mysterious mystical charms.
We think a door is closing we grasp and hold on tight
miracle’s just a breath away release behold its sight.

Feel the heal and heal the fear get out of jail we’re free
possibilities are endless in our hands we hold the key.
No longer do we jump through hoops in faith we take a leap
Divine protection safety our life’s bounty time to reap.

Feel the heal and heal the fear let our hearts feel calm and peace
worries and anxieties heartache all can cease.
Today’s the day we celebrate as we all now feel the heal
courage strength compassion wisdom is all we need to feel.

Here's to adjusting our sails and experiencing resilience, faith, trust, courage, and a sense of well being whatever the weather!

To your health and wellness
From my heart to yours
Mary

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