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Life is a celebration.... c'mon, then, let's celebrate......it's a joy and a privilege to be alive

BE IN JOY ALWAYS

Whatever the weather there always is joy
the perfected dietary flavour
add to this love and a peace so content
and one's life then is something to savour

A smile all the while, this uplifts many hearts
burdened by lives rather sad
lightening their load can be ever worthwhile
there is always more joy to be had

The rain may be falling but do dance and sing
and skip through the puddles of life
be happy, don't worry, be playful of heart
and forget all the personal strife

Be in joy always for that is your essence
and a heart filled with love sets you free
living this way is the truth ever peaceful
'tis the way life's created to be

ONCE UPON A STORY

Once upon a story
for eons live the greats
called Light & Love & Laughter
such happy playtime mates

Light it moves at such a speed
one blinks as it moves by
such a blast of playful joy
one does not question why

For Love is also present too
moving heart and soul
to join with all upon their quest
to bring union to the whole

And Laughter in its happiness
spreads like wildfire
and hope that it is now the time
to move 'yond murk & mire

These three L's a story tell
to them let's add one more
let's call it Life - a balance found
the story of "the four"

Light and Love the perfect pair
a story filled with Laughter
gives to Life a pleasant gift
all's happy ever after

LIFE - A CELEBRATION

You gotta...

Sing a little, dance a little
skip a little, prance a little
and all the long while
let your heart smile
each moment, each day of the year

Experience life with a heart full of joy
exploding with love like a fountain
walk 'long the way
and seeing each day
like the view from the top of a mountain

Life is a vista of clear ocean views
crystalline, sparkling delight
it shimmers with glee
and flows ever free
and the sun it glows ever so bright

So you gotta...

Sing a little, dance a little
skip a little, prance a little
and all the long while
let your heart smile
each moment, each day of the year

REJOICE, REJOICE, REJOICE

The new day is dawning, it's time to rejoice
we're coming together at last as one voice
division no longer, instead all are one
the past now behind us, the new Now begun

It may seem to some that there's chaos all round
yet within this chaos does order abound
for new is established as old now is shed
the sandy foundation replaced with rock bed

Be quietly thankful for work is complete
we've trodden a path which we must not repeat
that path it did take us away from our Source
at last we do realise the truth of our course

Together, surrendered for goodness of all
this working as one is the perfected call
no more "them" and "us", but instead all together
we're walking the road in such heavenly weather

Eternal moment is life lived with joy
the way we're created this heart let's employ
such love from the depths of an endless supply
for this is the source now on which to rely

The magic and wonder each day a new birth
now is seen tangibly - heaven's on earth
rejoice, now rejoice with a heart filled with love
given to all life this gift from above

IT'S PARTY TIME

It's party time, congratulate
the work's been done, let's celebrate
with glass of wine and food sublime
now recognise the perfect clime

Created thus through work well done
all hearts are shining like the sun
and filled with love n'er 'fore been seen
rewards are peace and joy supreme

As One, we live as sister, brother
harmonising with each other
peace on earth has now been gleamed
the like's of which we've always dreamed

Now's the time for all to see
the focus being for the free
with eyes that see and ears that hear
forget the past, let go all fear

Live the life it's now the time
with dance of love the gentle rhyme
in perfect presence of the now
all life at last the perfect

Let's celebrate the joy of living
with loving thanks and heart so giving
all's renewed, no more the past
the flag of love is on the mast

RECLAIMING THE MAGIC

The flow of the river it takes us along
through the rapids and millponds we move
the banks of the river each side of us changing
and views all around us do prove

The circle of life always changing and moving
forever so freely does flow
no more then let's cling to the banks of the river
the magic is when we let go

Let's now move along with the current on offer
and life we can see as a whole
with the joy of a child released in a playground
the laughter it comes from the soul

No more are there moments but rather the present
as one great big picture of change
we magically float now on top of the ocean
as One we are home on the range

The choice we are offered is our's for the taking
to flow or stay stuck in the past
creating anew for the good of the whole
let's work with the One now at last

For life it continues as it always has done
regardless of each one his choice
far better to now let life's magic and mystery
be cause for a rousing rejoice

In living the magic of life in the moment
entranced by the joy it does bring
rememb'ring the love of eternal Creator
whose song of the soul we now sing

ANYONE FOR TENNIS?

Tennis a game
as life the same
rackets and balls
and scoring odd calls
advantage server
following a swerver

15-love, 30-all, suddenly deuce
time for a break and some orange juice

Advantage receiver
the view of perceiver
umpire scoring
and linesmen imploring
players play fairly
and certainly squarely
the ball´s in your court
is that what life taught?

Now balance required
or query the umpire
for the best score of all
is the one that´s Love-All

© Elizabeth A Feisst 2006
All rights reserved

FOR IT'S CHRISTMAS

All the wonders of the year now
all the beauty and the feel now
all the joy of such a time now
are in fullness of display

In this world in which we live now
let us work as one in peace now
smile and laugh each day of life now
see the joy of the children play

All the love which one desires now
all the peace of sweet release now
all the hope that's so profound now
as we move along our way

All the lights are coming on now
all the trees are on display now
all the happiness abounds now
for it's Christmas time today

© Elizabeth A Feisst 2006
All rights reserved

CHRISTMAS LIGHTS

Christmas lights are turning on
forever far and wide
as hearts expand and love explodes
the inner now outside

Christmas lights are bright this year
for love is shining through
a million years ago it seems
so long 'tis overdue

Christmas lights the love of hearts
now share and care for all
are one at last in peace and joy
as many hear the call

To be as love and peace and joy
one is a burning light
through eyes of hope and faith and trust
our Christmas lights shine bright

© Elizabeth A Feisst 2006
All rights reserved

JOY'S ABUBBLING

Joy's abubbling deeply
in the spring of hope eternal
a wondrous, peaceful, loving flow
from depths which are internal

Like the source of any spring
it to the surface rises
and flowing down the mountainside
this joy leaves no surprises

For in the valley it spreads wide
engulfing all with glee
smiles and laughter everywhere
the language of the free

© Elizabeth A Feisst 2006
All rights reserved

LIFE'S MAGIC

Life's magic you know
n'er believe it's not so
for all in one's vision
is worthy of re-vision
the wonder, the beauty
it's really one's duty
to see the true story
of all in full glory
the laugh of a child
the temperature mild
the e'er-changing season
gives life joyful reason
gold light of the sun
at the new day begun
the silver moon rising
is none-less surprising
the birth of a little one
and death of an older one
all magic to celebrate
then further contemplate
for all of life's magic
is not seen as tragic
in doing and being
the magic's in seeing
that all has a part
and given the heart
for such pure gratitude
is just the right attitude
n'er believe it's not so
for life's magic you know

(c) Elizabeth A Feisst 14 June 2006
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ON TOP OF THE WORLD

On top of the world
the view is the best
the big picture showing
to all in the west

The east and the north
the south, everywhere
the light and the love
it is our's to share

A positive flowing
a fountain of joy
the power of the present
the one to employ

So gather around you
the goodness of life
uplift and encourage
let go of all strife

The flag now is waving
completely unfurled
the best place to be is
on top of the world

©Elizabeth A Feisst 21 March 2006

MY CUP RUNNETH OVER

My cup runneth over
'tis flowing with joy
my paradise found
at last to enjoy

Surrounded by beauty
as far as I see
contentment at last
my soul it flies free

I wander the cosmos
by night and by day
and gaze at life's magic
along life's highway

My cup runneth over
I thankfully smile
I'm ever so grateful
for life's so worthwhile

©Elizabeth A Feisst 11 March 2006

ALL THE BEST

The bright side's the light side
The light side's the right side
The right side's the good side
The good side's the best

Let's dance to the bright tune
The light tune, the right tune
Let's move to the moon's tune
The moon's tunes the best

Lighten up and brighten up
Not tighten up but loosen up
Filling one's joyful cup
Being happy's the best

The best is the right way
The bright way, the light way
So dance down the highway
Happy is the best

©Elizabeth A Feisst 6 February 2006

HUMBLE HEART

With humble heart appreciate
Release all which depreciates
Let go of strife and live a life
The one which reconciliates

Suffice to say that gratitude
Is surely the best attitude
Loving grace it sets the pace
No more then speaking platitudes

Treat all life with dignity
And brotherly humility
Value all while standing tall
We all have this ability

Peace and love's the way to live
Along with this receive and give
Walk beside no longer hide
Forget the past and let's forgive

©Elizabeth A Feisst 6 February 2006

BIG PICTURE PERFECT

Big picture perfect
Delightful to see
Detached and observant
Yet smiling with glee

Seen from great heights
It's easy to know
That all's as it should be
Best then to glow

Life is on track
And now is the time
Picture the present
As the perfect clime

The sun's always shining
The moon always gleams
Forever a twinkle
The stars in our dreams

©Elizabeth A Feisst 31 January 2006

A BREATH OF FRESH AIR

Life is a breath of fresh air, you know
No matter wherever you look
The sun always shines
A gentle breeze blows
And the water it flows in the brook

The air it has such a sweet smell, you know
And breathing it keeps one alive
A spirit of joy
A laugh and a play
And the child within has arrived

Smelling the roses is great, you know
It's time that's worth taking to be
Slow down and be still
Observe all around
And balance in life then one sees

So take a deep breath of fresh air, you know
'Twill help you see beauty all round
Your life will improve
Your health and wealth too
With peace, love and joy so profound

©Elizabeth A Feisst 7 January 2006

FACE, THE LIGHT

In looking in the mirror
Reflected back at you
A face that's grown into its own
A face reflected true

Now what is it you see
Reflected back at you?
A sunny smile that all the while
Gives a joyful hue?

This face that so reflects
It gives the light of day
If smiling well it tolls the bell
And shows each one their way

So why not face the light
Your face, the light, it's true
So switch it on; a smile is won
No longer life be blue

The magic of the smile
It shines the loving light
Your face becomes for everyone
A burning light so bright

The face of one is sweet
When smiles light up the day
Not dutiful but beautiful
A joyful child at play

Your face, it is the light
Let your light so shine
Its dark no more when smiling more
Uplifts and all is fine

©Elizabeth A Feisst 2 January 2006

WHAT IS A MIRACLE?

A miracle - that is life
One flowing with love
Where impossible is I'm possible
Where the river meets the sea
And the sea meets the sky
Where two become one
In life and love
In peace and joy
Lived in the moment
Of the present - NOW
No longer supernatural
But supremely natural
Being One with All
All with One - So it is

MY CHRISTMAS WISH

My Christmas wish for all of you
Is one of love and peace
Please take the time to go within
And feel the sweet release

My Christmas wish that all is well
And with the coming year
Dreams come true for you and you
And life is full of cheer

My Christmas wish unto myself
Important as the rest
That life continues on it way
For me to be my best

My Christmas wish for all the world
Is one of brotherhood
And all will share and care enough
As one big neighbourhood

Wishes do come true, like dreams
Imagine this to be
Then life will be a blessed joy
A Christmas wish to see.

© Elizabeth A Feisst 21 December 2005

THE FAITHFUL COME

The faithful come like trees of hope
Arms held open wide
Hearts alight and burning bright
Great love in them abides

Adoring all and worship One
Triumphantly are seen
Silent night in holy light
Glistening and pristine

Praise and thanks, a song of hope
Glorious holy name
Life of love comes from above
Lighting inner flame

Joyous and triumphant now
The faithful do adore
Flame of gold inside behold
The light of evermore

Great One of love and peace and joy
A bright and shining presence
All glory be for all to see
Greatness is the essence

© Elizabeth A Feisst 12 December 2005

THE CHRISTMAS GIFT

It's Christmas

The time of giving
The time of receiving
The time of gratitude
The time of joy
The time of hope
The time of peace
The time of love

It's Christmas

The gift of giving
The gift of receiving
The gift of gratitude
The gift of joy
The gift of hope
The gift of peace
The gift of love

It's Christmas

Open hearts wide
Give and be given to
Love and be loved by
Then give grateful thanks
For the most worthy gift of all
And live this the whole year through

Love One Victory Eternal

©Elizabeth A Feisst 9 December 2005

ABUNDANCE IS EVERYWHERE

Abundance is everywhere

In the care of another
In the love of a mother
In the sharing of our wealth
In the thanks for good health
In the shells on the beach
In the peach out of reach
In the words that we say
And the end of the day

Abundance is everywhere

In the child out at play
In the dawn of each day
In the walk and the run
In the dogs having fun
In the joy of a smile
In the quiet all awhile
In bird on the wing
And the song that we sing

Abundance is everywhere

In the birds and the bees
In the touch of the breeze
In the beauty of a kiss
In the heart that is bliss
In the wonder of a view
In the rainbow-coloured hue
In the magic of the eyes
And the blue of the skies

Abundance is everywhere

In the trees and the flowers
In the rain as it showers
In the sun when it shines
In the grapes on the vine
In the stars in the sky
In the moon glistening high
In the depths of the sea
And within you and me

Abundance - it is life
Let's live abundantly

©Elizabeth A Feisst 7 December 2005

ROSE-TINTED GLASSES

Looking at life
Through rose-tinted specs
Smiles of good cheer
The joy this reflects

Hopefully knowing
That all's in the pink
That all's as it should be
The best one can think

Everything's rosy
Happy, no worry
Time now for laughter
Slowly, no hurry

Rose-tinted glasses
Show life that is magic
Loving whole-heartedly
No more is it tragic

Awesome and wonder
A favourable view
With rose-tinted glasses
A beautiful hue

CELEBRATION

Life's a celebration
One for us all
Joyous, infectious
A glorious call

Celebrate life
As if no tomorrow
Truth it doth be
Now; so no sorrow

Each a celebrity
Uniquely divine
Deserving of Love
As smooth as fine wine

Thankful and joyful
Happily being
All of life's wonders
There for the seeing

C'mon let's celebrate
Each moment, each day
'Tis a privilege to be here
Alive, come what may

Life's a celebration
Divinely, uniquely
Funtime and laughter
So fantasti-quely !