It's Because...
As long as I can remember it's been something I've loved.
Even when I was unsure of my body
and felt awkward and stupid
and worried about boys
and whether they would like me enough
or think I'm pretty enough
I never have to wait for someone to ask me.
It's Because...
I can go back in time and relive any memory I want to;
that first kiss, the view from the Eiffel Tower,
watching my uncle take his last breath.
My mind is the keeper of stories,
my body the vessel in which they're retold.
In an instant, I can be there again
and it's as though time has stopped and I never left.
It's Because...
I can be with the ones I've loved and lost
and have these amazing conversations.
Death does not prevent them from hearing what I have to say.
When I speak from a place where no words are needed,
we can understand one another.
Their presence is undeniably real when I'm fully present.
It's Because...
A myriad of affairs can be had
and no one gets caught or hurt
or says outloud, "What have I done?"
I can abandon all responsibility and reasonable sense
Wholeheartedly fling myself into
the welcoming arms of lust and desire
Touch the very flame that would condemn
and consume me otherwise.
It's Because...
I can look at my deepest fears,
false beliefs and disturbing thoughts
and see them for what they really are...
truth disguised as mindless chatter.
I've learned to listen to that which makes me most afraid
because more often than not
the voice is wherever Spirit is calling me forth in my life.
That voice never lies.
It's Because...
I can sit or spin or sway with God
and never fall out of step.
There's no right or wrong, condemnation or adoration
just pure and simple love.
Grace and gratitude are regular visitors
and prayers are understood.
Heaven is right here and right now.
Right here. Right now.
It's Because...
I can soar amongst the highest clouds
and travel to places I haven't yet seen.
A place where questions are asked
and answers are given through body, not brain.
I follow the pulse of my blood, the beat of my heart
and the breath of my lungs.
It's movement and music that makes me, me
and sets me free.
It's Because...all of these things and so much more.
It's Because...I dance.
Beautiful. Honest and inspiring. As always. :)
Love you, my friend.
Posted by: Nic | February 16, 2009 at 07:37 AM
This is so beautiful, Lisa.
Posted by: Angela | February 17, 2009 at 01:20 PM