...Continue to Breathe

...Continue to Breathe

A Poem by Falanne Shanta
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This is about being so hard on yourself and not letting go of past things...just continue to breathe and take a leap of faith

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As I sit on the carpet floor and look into the sky through the window and trace the raindrops with my fingertips...I see a bird of different colors and patterns which I've never seen before. Flying effortlessly through the rain not giving a care in the world. As I watch this fascinated bird with such admiration...I reminisce on the memories that I hold captive in my mental. I feel as though...life is meaningless with the past, although, I shouldn't dwell on it repeatedly or let it define who I am or was, but living in the present and expecting better for the future is like glazing at the moon and trying to find a lucky star in the night sky only to realize it's untouchable. So I digress and wish upon a thousand stars the serenity and peace that comes along with a peace of mind. I want to roam freely with no worries in the world just like this wonderful bird, but with the luck I have I just might drown instead of fly...                       

© 2018 Falanne Shanta


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'So I digress and wish upon a thousand stars
the serenity and peace that comes
along with a peace of mind.'

That is such a beautiful statement.
This is a voice of love, a voice of a soul
found, aware of life.
From a slightly distant aspect, this seems like the voice
of one crying out loud in the desert, reminding humanity of the import things,
peace of mind being supreme among them.


Posted 6 Years Ago


Falanne Shanta

6 Years Ago

Thank you so much for your feedback. I wrote this with a lot of self doubt and going through some tr.. read more
Sometimes we need to drown a bit in order to swim and don’t be afraid to fly because when you think you may fall you will fly- positive upwards and onwards- understanding life not always easy but just like the bird we have to go with the wind, beautiful thoughts and words,loved reading🌹

Posted 6 Years Ago


Falanne Shanta

6 Years Ago

Thank you so much for your positive feedback. You are absolutely right and I'll take that into consi.. read more
‘Thoughts In Time’🌹

6 Years Ago

My pleasure🌹
The hopeless feeling really jumps from the page here... my only honest critique is the format. As the reader, some of the imagery felt a bit broken up, not allowing enough time to really take them in before moving to the next idea. All in all, great write!

Posted 6 Years Ago


Falanne Shanta

6 Years Ago

I appreciate your positive feedback. Thanks and I'll keep that in mind next time.

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Added on February 27, 2018
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Tags: poem, poetry, faith, understanding

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Falanne Shanta
Falanne Shanta

San Diego, CA



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I'm just a southern girl with a love for writing. I want my readers to be able to relate to my feelings as well as me to theirs. My sister once told me, "it's a blessing to use words to inspire" and w.. more..

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A Poem by Falanne Shanta