Breaking free from being stuck Indoors.

Our hearts are made

for sharing.

Our hands are made

for holding.

Our minds to use

and develop.

To learn new skills

as well as communicate with others.

Our bodies are to move and grow.

Don't hide away from living

your life and from others.

Learn to mix and share who you are.

As locking yourself away indoors.

Only hurts you.

And no one else.

Loneliness is a killer.

Don't let it take you.

Shut behind

a closed door.

Day in and out.

Letting the world pass you by.

And feeling lonesome and alone.

Step outside.

Feel the fresh air on your face.

And boldly venture to new pastures

as well as

newfound dreams

of adventures.
That is awaiting just for you.

As they will put a spring

in your step.
And lift your heart,

mind and soul too.

With a new found purpose and beginning

for you. Outside of your front door.

Reviews

[Kelly Scheppers]

How truly uplifting this is, Dawn. A simple walk around the block can make all the difference in a day AND in your attitude! But you've got to make that first step, in opening the door. A comfort zone might only be as far as the mailbox, but every day, you can extend it a little longer...and hopefully the warmth of sun will encourage you to go further. When those endorphins kick in, you'll feel all the better for it! Great perspective, Dawn!

[Onlyme]

Thank you Kelly, that was so lovely of you to say. bless you sweetheart. Dawn.

[Coyote Poetry]

I agree dear Dawn.
"As they will put a spring
in your step.
And lift your heart,
mind and soul too."
Today I was outside. Ice storm blocked my front door. Had to dig my way out. Sort of fun?? Wonderful poetry shared dear friend.
Coyote

[kentuck14]

As I've mentioned in a previous review of your poem . . . getting out in the neighborhood was the highlight of my younger days. One of the challenges of aging is the default position of staying in your chair. Just got a dog . . . that will help.
Dawn, thanks for the reminder.
Tom

[Onlyme]

Hi Tom, thanks for your thoughts. Dawn. I must admit dogs are great at getting you out and about.

[Chris Shaw]

At times my daughter suffers from agrophobia and finds it too difficult to contemplate leaving home on her own. That is isolating. I am so pleased because she has just found the courage to break that cycle and took a short walk on her own a couple of days ago. Your lines made me think of her. Thank you Dawn.

Chris

[Onlyme]

Hi Chris, That is wonderful news to hear about your daughter, Congratulate her from me to please. I know how hard that is to ovecome and break free from what agrophobia does to you. My husband suffers from that too. It's not a nice thing to deal with in general. More power to your daughter Chris. Up and onwards. Dawn. ps little steps at a time of course. :)

[jacob erin-cilberto]

good advice in this poem...but i especially like "hands are made for holding"
i don't think couples do that enough these days...i liked the old days, my young days...hand holding meant a lot..kissing meant a lot...i don't know that we appreciate either enough these days.
but yes...even after being hurt...we need to not lock our hearts away just for protection...without risk true happiness will never be reached.
j.

[Neville]

We all need one of those spring in our step infusions.. there is nothing better than a self made high.. .. whoa.. just caught sight of the luverly Kelly's advice.. I dont think I can offer better.. take heed my friend
and send me a full report as soon as ya notice summat positive kicking in & I do mean that, okay:)