Life Asked Me to Dance

by Lynn Durham ©

Life asked me to dance, And what did I say? When I was a child I said "Yes" right away. How many times did I fall When learning to walk? I didn't stop trying or Attempting to talk. Then as an adult I said, "No, not now." I wanted to do it, But I didn't know how. Others were looking, I might make a mistake. That was more of a risk Than I was willing to take. Besides, I was busy, I know what must be done. I was doing and doing, Not open to fun. Life's lessons and losses Were great through midyears. Yet, slowly I opened, And not without tears. My soul screamed for attention To get me to wake. "You're immersed in the joy; What more will it take?"	If dance is within me It's got to come out. "You are the dance," the small voice started to shout. "You don't make the music, That's not what you do. Awake to discover - The music IS you." To the small voice within You need to attune. So, get up and do it, If it's dance to the moon. I started to see How much more there could be, I welcomed my pieces That were all really me. "Come dance with me" I was invited once more. Holding Life's hand I stepped out on the floor. I let go and decided To give it a whirl. And my journey began With that very first twirl. Now that I'm older, When Life asks for my hand, I embrace it all fully For I now understand.	As we move together In wisdom and grace, I follow the lead With a smile on my face. Does Life ask you to dance? And what do you say? "Not just right now," or "Later I may." "I'll watch for awhile, Just learn it from here." Like tying your shoes, You must "Do it!" my dear. Let go of the thinking Of what others may say. You live with yourself To the very last day. They come and they go And they may be wrong. They have no idea of Your very own song. Each second Life gives you Is here to enjoy. So get out that child again, The girl or the boy. Get up and get moving, Grab hold of the chance. When Life asks again, Just- GET UP AND DANCE!
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Copyright 1997, all rights reserved. Lynn Durham, RN. Lynn is the mother of three sons, a well-being coach and a joyful spirit. She blends the knowledge of a former professor of nursing education with the wisdom gained at the Harvard Deaconess Mind Body Medical Institute in Boston and mixes it with her own brand of light-hearted optimism. After connecting with Lynn through her monthly column, professional speaking or holistic programs, people in companies, schools, associations, or homes see the world in a new way. Her radiant energy and enthusiasm help individuals tap into their own inner resources to enhance the quality of their lives. To order her audio-tape "Dancing Gracefully with Life - how to feel better, embrace and enjoy life" call or write to her. If you have a story, anecdote, or poem about 'moving gracefully through life' please send it to her for possible inclusion in her upcoming book. Please include all credit and contact information if it is yours, author, address, phone, or where it was published etc. to 399 High Street, Hampton, NH, 03842, USA, (603)-926-9700. smile@lynndurham.com    http://www.lynndurham.com