http://slow.writerscafe.org/bbest The original writings of author Bonnie en-us Copyright 2026 WritersCafe.org 1776053381 WritersCafe.org RSS Generator 15 Blue sky and white cloudsGreen trees swaying in the windNature, the healer http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/802581/ In 1986 I went to Russia with one of my spiritual teachers, AlexanderEverett. We were called Citizen Ambassadors, and our trip was called"Journey to the Heart of Russia". While on that trip I had an experience which demonstrated the power offorgiveness. I had taken several workshops with .. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/404472/ Be aware of SourceEvents bring me happinessJoy comes from within http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/380045/ Connect with SpiritIn silence listen with joySoar like the Eagle http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/380041/ Created for my church 60th anniversary celebration http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/359533/ More poems written at San Leandro Marina http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/313982/ Two related poems http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/313980/ Enjoy the silenceThe grove of deep rooted treesSentinels of peace http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/313898/ A poem for the 48 hour Unique Poetry contest http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/313893/ Sun is food for lifeLove is the river of lifeSleep is balm of life  http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/311412/ Life is chaoticClear swamp of aligatorsSerenity now http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/311410/ Several poems written today at the San Leandro Marina http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/311020/ Lesson to be learned during short jury duty experience http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/310444/ Several poems related to humor, laughter and joy. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/310441/ I was inspired to write these while on my one day vacation. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/307869/ 2 new poems inspired by my friend who asked me to write about the ocean, and another similar poem I wrote years ago http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/307177/ I created 2 versions of this poem and liked them both. So here are both versions. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/304763/ Beautiful SunsetTime to relax and enjoyLife can be simple http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/304465/ Geese in formationTheir teamwork is powerfulCan fly much farther http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/303284/ Create empty spaceNature abhors a vacuumGood things flow to us http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/302988/ Poem inspired by a poem called "Grand mama for m'lady Satine" by Poeticpiers http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/302315/ Short poem I composed during Sunday service at my church today. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/302197/ Inspired by the Ripples Poem by Mysty Rayn http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/301777/ This is a true story that I wrote in 2003. I decided to revise it and share it here. I think the message is still valuable; it helped me to read it again. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/299186/ Cold rain falls today Wind, weather outside the home Inside, warmth and peace http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/298667/ The rain continues The Sun is behind the clouds Imagine it shines http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/298663/ Haiku about the power of love http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/298657/ Silence is for me, As rain is for the flowers, Nourishing at depth. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/298651/ The rain is gentle Brings peace to those who listen And it nourishes  http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/298649/ Haiku about start a new day http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/298433/ Chapter 3 Gathering the ThreadsI continue to reflect on my life and the feedback I get from others. It has been challenging, and there have been many tests – which the Universe seems to provide in abundance! Do I still struggle? Yes, at times. Now though I usually I a.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/298229/ Joy comes from withinBubbling up like fresh waterWell overflowing http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/297782/ Little red fox teaches me a lesson as I drive to work http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/297751/ Hummingbird flies fast From one flower to the next Great variety http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/297749/ Friends connect and share Stories, fears, encouragement Life made easier http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/297747/ I find myself asking lots of questions, both of myself and others.  It helps clarify my ideas and beliefs, and helps me focus on what is important.  In this book, you will notice my habit of asking questions, and I hope you are the type of person who finds this stimulating and useful.Her.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/259269/ Chapter 2 BeliefsI want to share an experience that shows a change in my beliefs.  It was November 1999, and I decided to attend a weekend retreat with Angeles Arrien in the Santa Cruz Mountains.  The topic as I remember it was “Love and Relationships”.  Before one of .. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/259266/ Trust is like crystalOnce shattered by emotionsHard to repair it http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/258839/ Chapter 1 Reflections     The word reflection triggers many thoughts and images for me.     I remember a day years ago, not long after beginning a new journey of spiritual exploration and personal growth. While dressing for work in the morning, I used the .. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/258651/ http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/258643/ We open to loveas water flows across rockswithout resistance http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/258631/ Trust intimacyand dance with the mysterylike a Hummingbird http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/258629/ Spirit moves in me Like a snake through the tall grass Slow unseen power http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/258603/ Gentle breeze and sunSpring has arrived here at homeRelax and enjoy http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/258588/ Awake to memoriesShift awareness to futureWinter yields to Spring http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/258587/ Haiku poem about the early morning hours before sunrise http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/bbest/258583/