MJ Reflections: THROUGH THE VEIL

Saturday, December 14, 2013

THROUGH THE VEIL

As You reach for me through the mist

I am frozen, transfixed on your gaze

At first, disbelieving

Unknowing

Unworthy to be touched by You

You persist…

At times so gently

Other times nearly frantically

To connect with me

To break through my barriers

of doubt and uncertainty

To awaken me once again

to the truth and power of Your LOVE

Your insistence flatters,

yet frightens me

Your grasp is tenacious,

firm and sure

Why do you bother?

What do I have to offer?

Why do those eyes hold fast and tell me

that You are never letting go of me?

You will not take No for an answer!

Your Grace is more than I deserve

I don’t understand

what you want from me

My devotion is true…

Unquestionably

My Love for You is clear…

Unswervingly

You have my heart and soul,

You have ALL of me!

But You want MORE, you say?

Your gaze persists

I am frozen, transfixed

What more can I give

than ALL of me?

I long to be what You see in me

Show me

Guide me

Penetrate the veil and SHAKE me

Shape me to Your will

Make me KNOW without a doubt

Everything You want from me

Everything You feel for me

Everything You long for me to DO and BE in this world!

I want to BE exactly THAT

But I don’t know how

Help me, I beg of You…

“My hand extends to pull you in,

but it’s up to you,” You say.

“Reach through the veil,

take My hand,

I promise, it will all be clear one day.

You will know what I know

You will see what I see

When you BELIEVE that YOU are worthy.”

Okay…

Alright…

Yes, I understand

I have had glimpses of that worthiness

The little light within

that wants to shine ever so brightly

The one that gets my heart beating so excitedly

And You are always right there

at the center of the flame

Smiling so brilliantly

Cheering me on so cheeringly

Laughing with glee and Loving me…

Always Loving me

Thank You for not taking No for an answer

Thank You for not giving up on me

Thank You for Your patience and tenacity

Your Grace humbles me

It tells me I AM worthy

Thank You for reminding me

Namaste, Beloved… Namaste

05/01/2013

7 comments:

Janie MColDecember 15, 2013 at 7:22 AM
This is so beautiful and heartfelt, I think you have spoken for many of us in these words, I know that you have for me
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Heaven LeighDecember 15, 2013 at 8:12 AM
Thank you so much for your spirit connection, dear Char, for so poetically teaching and clarifying what this experience holds for you - it rings so true. MichaeLOVE, ~h~
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MJRedSilkDecember 15, 2013 at 8:49 AM
This is my first visit to your site and I am so thankful that Michael led me here as your words resonate with my entire being. Bless you for sharing and I look forward to reading more. Love is Michael...forever & always...much love to you ~ Junie ~
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marryDecember 15, 2013 at 9:51 AM
So beautiful written and received these touching words Char. I am silent inside...thanx Char and Michael. Xx
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DianaDecember 15, 2013 at 10:11 AM
Char, This is so beautiful that I think any words I might add would be superfluous. Yes, why does he bother? This is something I will read, and read again, many times. And the pictures are just perfect. THANK you, BIG THANK YOU. ♥
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MJEverAfterDecember 16, 2013 at 11:57 AM
This is such beautiful and heartfelt truth, expressed with infinite love and devotion. I am glad you are giving us these gifts again, Char. Love you, BJ
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RobinDecember 17, 2013 at 6:01 PM
He comes around when I get too busy to pay attention to Him and in the beginning when I was trying to turn away. He reminds me that He is still here. I've even asked Him, is this a shepherd/ flock thing going on? Am I in your fold?

Thanks for still being here and sharing. I know I am not alone.

MJRed Silk: MJ led me here too!

Robin
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Welcome to MJ Reflections!

Thank you for taking the time to visit and read some of my reflections and poems. This site is inspired by the life and spirit of Michael Jackson and is dedicated to his loving memory.

My hope is that you will find a little bit of inspiration in these pages, an extra boost of light for the journey. A journey many of us have been blessed to find ourselves on because of this one amazing human being who shared his heart and soul and genius with us for 50 years.

Following his death in the summer of 2009 I felt compelled, as many of you have, to learn more about Michael, the man, the child prodigy, the musical genius who provided the soundtrack to nearly every decade of our lives, the mysterious 'recluse' about whom much had been written by the media, the magnetic and electrifying entertainer who drew millions to his concerts all around the world, the iconic superstar who could not be seen in public without creating mass frenzy, and most of all, the global humanitarian who gave selflessly from all that he had been given in order to make a difference in the world.

What I have discovered on this God-directed path has had a profound effect on me personally and spiritually. It has changed my life forever. The Gift I have received is the awareness of Michael's brilliance, the immense light which radiated from deep within and was the essence of who he was. His brilliance cast a glaring spotlight on all the darkness in this world, opening our eyes to the realities of the injustice and suffering happening all around us - things we turned a blind eye to because we believed they had nothing to do with us. I whole-heartedly believe that Michael's purpose for being here was to show us the stark and ugly reality of our own indifference as a human race.

God's messages of love, peace, unity, justice, and caring for our planet and the children, were all intended to garner the attention of as many of us as possible through this most unexpected and unconventional spiritual messenger named Michael Joseph Jackson. When you think about it, what better way than through the universal language of music, a medium that would reach millions of young people all around the world? After 4 decades of entertaining us, Michael's messages have reached multiple generations, including a new generation of "fans" since his death. When God decides to send a powerful message, our Creator doesn't mess around! And this one took 50 years to gestate... God also has infinite patience!

The sheer number of people whose hearts and lives have been affected by Michael Jackson's presence on this earth is astounding and will undoubtedly never be matched. What a tremendous difference he made! Those of us who have received this precious Gift must carry his messages of love and peace always. It's the only way to effect the change that is so urgently needed. It's up to us. The Gift must be shared!

Sometimes, for me, the responsibility that goes with receiving this Gift feels so huge and daunting. I get a little shaky and wonder if I can really do all that I've been called to do. From what I've heard, many others have felt the same way at times. This is why we must support each other with our love and light - do everything we can to lift up and encourage one another on this journey.

We each have our own gifts which we bring to this mission - gifts that have been awakened or newly discovered since Michael's passing. Many of us have been called to use these gifts to share the message and inspire others. That, my friends, is what this blog is all about. If you are touched by any of my writings or if you have a reflection of your own to share, I invite you to leave a comment, share the blog with your friends, and say a prayer that others may also be inspired by the words that are written here. I welcome any and all comments that are given in the spirit of love and respect.

May God bless you on your path to making a difference in this world!

With LOVE and HOPE for a better tomorrow,

~ Charlene ~

Magical Child

Once there was a child and he was free
Deep inside, he felt the laughter
The mirth and play of nature's glee
He was not troubled by thoughts of hereafter
Beauty, love was all he'd see

He knew his power was the power of God
He was so sure, they considered him odd
This power of innocence, of compassion, of light
Threatened the priests and created a fright
In endless ways they sought to dismantle
This mysterious force which they could not handle

In endless ways they tried to destroy
His simple trust, his boundless joy
His invincible armor was a shield of bliss
Nothing could touch it, no venom, no hiss

The child remained in a state of grace
He wasn't confined in time or place
In technicolor dreams, he frolicked and played
While acting his part, in Eternity he stayed

Soothsayers came and fortunes were told
Some were vehement, others were bold
In denouncing this child, this perplexing creature
With the rest of the world he shared no feature
Is he real? He is so strange
His unpredictable nature knows no range
He puzzles us so, is he straight?
What's his destiny? What's his fate?

And while they whispered and conspired
Through endless rumors to get him tired
To kill his wonder, trample him near
Burn his courage, fuel his fear
The child remained just simple, sincere

All he wanted was the mountain high
Color the clouds, paint the sky
Beyond these boundaries, he wanted to fly
In nature's scheme, never to die

Don't stop this child, he's the father of man
Don't cross his way, he's part of the plan
I am that Child, but so are you
You've just forgotten, just lost the clue

Inside your heart sits a Seer
Between his thoughts, he can hear
A melody simple but wondrously clear
The music of life, so precious, so dear

If you could for one moment know
This spark of creation, this exuisite glow
You would come and dance with me
Kindle this fire so we could see
All the children of the Earth
Weave their magic and give new birth
To a world of freedom with no pain
A world of joy, much more sane

Deep inside, you know it's true
Just find that child, it's hiding in you.

~ Michael Jackson, Dancing the Dream, 1992

Circle of Life

From the day we arrive on the planet
And blinking, step into the sun
Theres more to be seen than can ever be seen
More to do than can ever be done

Some say eat or be eaten
Some say live and let live
But all are agreed as they join the stampede
You should never take more than you give

In the circle of life
Its the wheel of fortune
Its the leap of faith
Its the band of hope
'Til we find our place
On the path unwinding
In the circle, the circle of life

Some of us fall by the wayside
And some of us soar to the stars
And some of us sail through our troubles
And some have to live with the scars

There's far too much to take in here
More to find than can ever be found
But the sun rolling high through the sapphire sky
Keeps great and small on the endless round

In the circle of life
Its the wheel of fortune
Its the leap of faith
Its the band of hope
'Til we find our place
On the path unwinding
In the circle, the circle of life

Lyrics by Elton John