Kept a plaid shirt in the closet

for the lucky one –

kept a plaid shirt in my closet.

I imagined one for fun,

it helped my mind a ton.

No longer had to run

this one no one could shun

he was a loved one but none

the secret son –

it felt great to have someone.

Kept a plaid shirt in the closet

for the lucky one –

kept a plaid shirt in the closet.

He listened, he cared

with him I wasn’t scared.

Could tell him everything

and he loved me just the same.

Yet my secret brother had no name,

having him around was never lame,

he’d help me get to a better mind frame.

Hanging on the rod

always had my back

he’d never lose track

love he never lacked.

He was there when Dad was not,

he was there when my aunt was lost:

he was there in the rain, sun and frost

my imaginary brother.

Before you, I had my suitcase packed,

was lost on the track

and confused how to get back.

It made sense to start to pretend

Couldn’t comprehend

even myself what I intended:

less stuck and more real,

more on the move

until I found my groove,

and when I pretended –

there was You.

As our layers of life peel away

may we always keep in mind:

for us to shine

it helps to focus on the vine

the great parts divine –

after all the bad mad and sad

it’s always good to reset and restart

the battles are of the whole a part –

they help us become stronger each time

and edge closer to our goals in line.

All too often we judge ourselves as if committed crimes,

it’s good to learn from the hardships yet to be kind

to oneself and others – it doesn’t cost a dime.

In fact it creates the greatest shift

within the fabric of humanity,

let it shine!

Give yourself and others grace

Focus on your blessings

so you’ll be less stressing

your troubles will be lighter for confessing.

As we expose each layer of ourselves,

we can continue to grow our artistry 

for beautiful parts of us to be born anew:

without stepping on any toes

keep planting seeds in even rows,

the hardest part is the effort you put in

that always turns into an all over win

I love to write it makes us all kin:

Begin again every day like a rose 🌹.

Blessings and Love,

Evana.

Go to or go from?

A question that questions a TON

going places to travel

helps unravel

some things

in our heads

being run.

What is it we’re really after,

does it matter if it’s just the next chapter?

Or maybe all we need is a lot more laughter!

“Go back to where you came from,”

is heard from many, many a sun –

not needed is to shun

a person of the son.

Sometimes it’s much better

to walk rather than run

and sometimes better

to go then to come.

“For here, or to go?“

That’s another question

we hear and know –

I think we’d all love

to stay awhile though.

Stay here my dear,

isn’t it clear

we should savor our time

not feel guilt

as if committed a crime.

“Should I stay

or should I go?”

another ☝️ one of those

we know

Am I ready for the show?

Be blessed a million fold,

remember you’re never to old

to do the things you truly love

keep doing that and you’ll surely find

that heaven is not so far away

– a heaven for us can be every day,

as long as we still have breath inside,

there’s no need to hide,

no need to be shy

it’s finally time:

Give it a try!

Rise, Shine and

Share your light,

Evana.

🌺🌊🌴

Color me kind

yet fiercely bold.

Sometimes kind

is hard to find:

it’s those who

let their mind shine –

those who listen,

those who love –

think for themselves

know God above.

We are not meant

to be shoved

somewhere in a box

unloved.

We all deserve kindness

not bully’s control –

it acts as balm to our soul.

Take a lil’ time

take a lil’ time

right now –

allow

time.

Time to reflect,

time to connect,

time to live,

laugh and give.

Time to listen,

time to understand,

time to question:

Is your view outta hand?

Breathe in the good,

let out the bad –

this life’s a waste

if spent being mad –

as some of us know

begins with sad.

Time to travel within yourself,

this will help your mental health.

No more putting on your shelf

the life you deserve is waiting:

go ahead and find it

and let the earth start shaking

because you will be groundbreaking

there’s no mistaking –

You will make it big no need faking

naturally you’ll be wealth raking.

There are no limits to what you can do –

just close your eyes and see it through.

This life is really ours to sculpt

the more you do self’s work,

the more your life shifts to

the most amazing result:

each tiny change to the good

makes new

join each good thing to another

without leaving space,

happy will show up on your face

and the frown erased

you will then live with grace.

Start within,

it’s always a win.

Love & Blessings,

Evana.

It’s all in the sea,

we can be free

if we chose to believe –

it’s all in the sea.

It’s all in the sea,

wild and free,

beauty is she –

when you’re ready to flee

you would agree

this is the key,

it’s all in the sea.

When you finally use

your inner eye

to wake up and realize

it really doesn’t take much

to find ways to feel more alive.

Feeling alive…can be

helping other’s thrive,

just don’t overfill your load

or you might

take a nose dive; 🙃🤣

Feeling alive…can be

taking a drive

to somewhere new

you’re still to arrive,

learning the history behind

beautiful stories of humankind

and relaxing into

the rhyme that shines. ✨

It’s in the sea

where we equalize,

it’s in the sea

we use eager eyes,

lose disguise,

stop the lies,

end the cries

and find where

the reason hides;

our new self arises

and our old self dies.

It’s in the sea

we’ll come closer to

where our own region lies,

cut through ties

and cease doing things unwise.

The weight we carry with us

is realized,

and when the eagle flies,

our freedom is symbolized.

No need to analyze

the key to life is

to see the light

when we’re alive,

no denying

we’re all part of

the tree of life.

There’s no shame

to dream alive.

Dreaming is not for kids alone,

also much needed for those well grown,

we’re all kids in God’s heart ❤️,

go ahead and dream your part!

If you don’t let yourself dream,

you’ll lower your tone

and feel thrown

into the big unknown

where you’ll be prone

to groan and moan,

then a beautiful life

cannot be grown.

In awe we see the star filled sky,

in awe we see the ocean life –

and every day we come alive,

we also live in light.✨

Love and light,

Evana.

🌊🌺🌴

Own the door that’s yours,

no more standing at shores,

just keep the good stuff brewing,

continue your flow of renewing

again each time with pursuing –

and always keep in mind your goal.

In time you’ll be lead to the right door.

Open the door,

there’s more to life.

Open the door,

don’t think twice –

a short time lives a life.

You’ll know by the light you feel

that’s it is for you and real –

you deserve it

you are a big deal:

now take your light and

keep it bright!

Find within what tribe you reside,

some quality people to be by your side,

and look for people who don’t hide

but feel pride to be of a good kind:

those who step up ⬆️

not talk down,

those that help others

chase away the frown.

It’s okay to open the door,

you are meant for so much more!

🙌 Be blessed,

Evana.

Gone, but not lost

those we love most

are always with us

❤️

Not lost, but gone

gone is in many a song.

There are many types of gone,

some are gone along –

from the heavens you’ll hear

their song.

Others are gone, but here to stay

not only in memory but in a futures’ day.

You may see them again and always pray

for those that are dear to you

and those who are lost

for everyone needs prayer,

not just your fingers crossed.

Gone, but not lost

those we love most

are always with us.

❤️

No time, no time…

Make time for the living,

make space for the human race.

Many struggle with keeping a healthy pace.

It’s not a race, no need to chase just seek grace.

Once we realize it’s not of us

we begin to understand our case

then enjoy life and not let time a waste with things that leave a bitter taste.

Make time for the living,

take time for those we love.

Make space for them too,

our time is short and

heaven awaits.

Soften your heart,

open your mind –

Listen to what they say,

it’s never too late –

don’t tempt your fate.

Start addressing all the blessings

you’ve received of legacies

your loved ones leave.

Change…

Change is something we all must face

no matter who you are

and what you chase,

change is something we all must face.

Go with the flow not the quo

who doesn’t know

just puts on a show

and all are on an all time low.

Gone, but not lost

those we love most

are always with us.

❤️

As the fabric of our lives

is weaved within

so are they who we call kin.

Keep believing

in life’s blessings ✨

you’re receiving.

Every day is

God’s gift to us,

in his power and

his love we trust.

💖 You are loved,

Evana.

🌸 🌊 🌴