Reflections

By Kieran

 Reflections 



All is flux, so learn to live in the here and now
 
Don’t be distracted by the why or the how
 
 
Let go of worldly worries that suck out all the joy
 
Learning to savor God’s creation is the real McCoy
 
 
The wind whispering sweet nothings with no one in sight
 
Mischievous clouds streaking across in broad daylight 
 
 
Living oblivious to creation is not the way to live at all
 
Slow down to let God's creation charm and enthrall

Comments

Kieran said…
Beautiful ❤️. The painting.The poetry. The theme itself. God bless you Kieran And thank you for sharing (WhatsApp comment from a very dear friend)
November 13, 2025 at 6:55 PM
Kieran said…
Thank you, Florence. Means so much to me. - Kieran
November 13, 2025 at 6:58 PM
Anonymous said…
Oh, very well said. And here especially the minimal brush strokes...they bring it in so eloquently... (WhatsApp comment from an artistic friend)
November 13, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Kieran said…
Thanks, Ajay. It’s hard to stop. I coulda woulda shoulda have stopped earlier, but oh well, I am learning - Kieran
November 13, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Anonymous said…
Good message, Kieran. (WhatsApp comment from a very dear neighbor)
November 13, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Kieran said…
Thank you, Carol. Glad you feel the same way I do. I’m at a point where I am comfortable wearing my message on my sleeve so to speak - Kieran
November 13, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Anonymous said…
Can feel the tranquility and peace 👌🏼 (WhatsApp comment from a dear relative)
November 18, 2025 at 7:49 PM
Kieran said…
Thank you, dear Elaine
November 18, 2025 at 7:50 PM
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