While the day sits twinkling in the unfolded

 light of dawn and you prepare to emerge from 

your cocoon of cozy slumber,
baptize the hours ahead with 

fresh confidence.

Trust that you will be taken care of 

and proceed positively.

Step forward with purpose and 

let each footfall be an expression of

your unique and wondrous self.

Leave your mark of quality on

 the requisite demands of the day, and

 tarry at the tasks that bring you joy.

Yield to the unexpected, and 

handle the unforeseen 

with clarity of heart and mind.

Free yourself from the weight of

 pettiness and refuse to undermine 

another's worth.

Weave the silken threads of your kindness 

through every encounter with friends 

and strangers.

Seek beauty in attitude and outlook.
Create beauty in your own.

Love without condition, no strings 

attached. Set your spirit free to soar.

©1999 Terri McPherson
Windsor, Ontario, Canada