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Puroseful Living
by Karen C Vanderlaan → (All Poetry by Karen C Vanderlaan)
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Purposeful Living

 

We all have arrived here for a purpose,

To plant seeds to inspire and give,

In a way that sends ripples far out into eternity,

To make better the world in which we live.

 

Live and grow, discover your passion,

Find work and play that brings you joy.

And the delight in you will overflow,

Enriching, touching, and teaching others.

 

Discover the gift that is yours,

The one that is “Spirit” in you,

The gift you were born to share with the world,

The burning, knowing, core of you.

 


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 Reviews of "Puroseful Living"
Reviewed by ~ Holly Harbridge (Reader)
Reviewed on November 14, 2008
Powerful thoughts to inspire all who read...very nice, Holly

Reviewed by Richard Cederberg
Reviewed on November 13, 2008
Beautifully expressed truth karen.
And I am in complete agreement.
I truly believe that we are all born with a specific God given gift that is our responsibility to find, minister to, nurture, and share with others to bless them and allow growth that would otherwise not be imparted.

I believe too that there is a delicate balance in everything in this life, and it all hinges on knowing and understanding Truth and walking in love with one another, and sharing the wisdom that is imparted to us.

Excellent thoughts ...

Reviewed by Mary Patterson
Reviewed on November 12, 2008
Inspirational and very true! Blessings to you and yours....M

Reviewed by Christine Alwin
Reviewed on November 11, 2008
Beautful words full of inspiration for us all...Well done!
Christine

Reviewed by Art Hernandez
Reviewed on November 10, 2008
Karen it is so enjoyable to read this work as it gives the view of our actuality within this world...even though we work and live each day it is the fact of knowing our purpose and giving back. Our being that example of joy or positive reflection to share among the world...

nice work...

Art Sun...

Reviewed by Michael Guy
Reviewed on November 10, 2008
Well this certainly qualifies as "Inspirational" - I think you've found the gift that is yours. your "Purposeful Living" accomplishes all that in a simple style that sends out many "ripples into eternity"
best to you, michael guy

Reviewed on November 10, 2008
great inspiring piece Karen, the burning core or passion in oneself, everyday I rise my mind is on my passions in life, verse is one I can't seem to shake, hugs

Reviewed by Felix Perry
Reviewed on November 9, 2008
There is a lot of truth in this one, many of us as writers and poets share our gift in our words as you do so well, others do so in paintings or teaching or even as religious or political leaders but we all have one mutual gift that we can all use if we choose...to love.

fee

Reviewed by Mr. Ed
Reviewed on November 9, 2008
Discover the gift that is yours,
The one that is “Spirit” in you,

I truly hope that we can all do that.


Reviewed by Dawn Anderson
Reviewed on November 9, 2008
Karen, this is so inspirational! Beautiful work.

Reviewed by Amber Moonstone
Reviewed on November 8, 2008
Karen, I have always felt your beautiful spirit, but this poem really reverberates with your spirit and compassion.
Lovely poem,
Peace, love, and light,
Amber "V"

Reviewed by E T Waldron
Reviewed on November 8, 2008
Karen this is what it means to inspire! A perfect poem
that releases spirit to spirit,to teach and uplift!

Love,
Eileen

Reviewed by Randall Barfield
Reviewed on November 8, 2008
This is wonderful and so true. What happens is too many wait too long a time to discover their true "passion". When that happens, we are the ones who lose. There's nothing like being terribly caught up in one's hobby, one's work, and living life fully. It takes less money than we often think it does.

Reviewed by Rose Rideout
Reviewed on November 8, 2008
Thank you Karen for sharing as Karla says a very compassionate write to inspire all who reads your words. Thank you for sharing.

Newfie Hugs, Rose

Reviewed on November 8, 2008
A loving, compassionate reach to inspire others to discovering their purpose - well penned, Karen!

(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.


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