Tuesday, November 29, 2011

"Woman Warrior in Ribbons and Bows"

"Woman Warrior in Ribbons and Bows"
I am a woman warrior in ribbons and bows
from the top of my head to the tip of my toes.
Make no mistake, I am loving and kind
but deeply inside is where my truth shines.

I will stand by the men on a battle line staked
and fight to the death for my People's sake.
I give birth to my children and care for the others
offer love and support to Grandfathers and Mothers.

I can be pretty and sweet in my ribbons and bows
but never mistake, I'm a warrior who knows
that the path I am called to brings trials and tears
conflicts that call for pure strength and no fears. 

Respect me and honor me is all that I ask,
carrying love for all People is a burdensome task.
Few honors and glories are earned on this path,
standing your ground brings out the best or the wrath
of those on the sidelines who jeer or they mock
instead of supporting the strong ones who walk.

I am a woman warrior in ribbons and bows
loving her People while attacking their foes.
Make no mistake as you look in my eyes
I speak only truth and I tell you no lies
.
I am a woman warrior in ribbons and bows
from the top of my head to the tip of my toes.

(copyright Shelley Bluejay Pierce- August 17, 2006)    

DIVINE  DECISIONS

(copyright- shelley bluejay pierce 1996)


Through the sorrow comes sweet communion,

sweet communion, God and man.

A gentle breeze about us blowing

yet solid place to firmly stand.



Oh blessed Creator, surround my being

when showers of tears I never planned

lay waste my heart and mind confusion

of mortal flesh and Heavenly hand.



I thank Thee then for all tribulation

let each one more fulfill Your plan

for daily making my life more nearly

sweet communion, God and man.



Through all my life, pour out Your blessings,

Divine decisions from high above.

May each day bring deep comprehension

of Your pure and all-sufficient love.



Your ways are higher, thoughts far beyond

the mortal mind may miss the plans

Divine decisions surround me daily

sweet communion, God and man.


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