A big thank you to my dear friend, Ben, for working with me again (of course, it rhymes 😊)!! It was truly amazing…this piece was born so organically and came to life in such a synchronistic way. We hope this inspires you to step out of the game and let reality re-begin!!
Up and down I’m an ocean I’ll never drown Connected to love’s devotion
Up and down I am free My smile is my crown My aura is my tree
Up and down Soaking in change Living from my galaxy’s town I’ll never derange
Down and up Liquid light fills my cup I am a cherished love Floating within and above
stop
Riding the sun on a beam Sailing the ocean on a dream I land on a hope Jumping this eternal rope Something inside is calling Something outside is falling Following the paradox’s rustle I lean into the hustle My heart stops to beat My mind stops to become complete My intuition stops to listen My soul stops to glisten And it’s in those stops, I see Life is a stop Of a bigger degree
blood, sweat, tears
Some say, “I’ll give you all my blood, sweat, and tears” As though love and fulfillment take so many years But when I found you in me All I said was, “I trust you” And you opened my reality to every view You believed in all our conversations Manifested my dreams through our declarations And even though I did give you all my blood, sweat, and tears You would’ve been there even if I didn’t for years You always found your way in my ears I could never hide From your powerful guide As I let those words dive I feel our little jive I hear my eyes smile And it’ll last a while Because through all my blood, sweat, and tears You’ll be with me through every single mile And as I realize you are me, how could one have any fears?
Which poem (instinct) is your favorite? I’d so love to hear!! All poems and images created by Ace. Be fearless and free 🖤
I think awards are always super fun because we get to know each other a little bit better! So without further ado…
Recently, my lovely friends, Geet and Filarance nominated me for The Aesthete Blogger Award!!!! A big big thank you to them both!! They are each truly amazing souls and spirits in this community and Universe! Geet is a fantastic writer full of so much talent and a dear friend of mine! She’s new here but already such a gift to WordPress! Filarance is a gem, her original creations are so inspiring, and her unique posts are always a treat! She’s an amazing friend, and I’m so lucky to know her sweet spirit! She will touch you in any/every comment! Thank you to both, Geet and Filarance once again!!!
Rules
Use the official logo/graphic of the award and display it on your blog.
Tell me a something about this world that you admire.
What is your favourite form of creativity?
Nominate 7 lovely people and notify them by commenting on their posts; spread some love!
Ask your nominees 4 questions.
Share something you created. (can be anything!)
And lastly, just so you know: I LOVE YOUR CREATIONS!
I Admire
I admire The Universe in me, in you, in every soul, in everything that is truly alive and in the way it gently nudges me along my journey.
My Favorite Form Of Creativity
Creating my reality, writing, poetry, making videos, dreaming, and songwriting.
Geet’s Questions
Your favorite blogger(s)? Mention them! – Oh boy, that’s a tough question!! Honestly, every soul here on WordPress has such a unique gift to offer, and such a beautiful expression of their spirits. And each blogger is my favorite for that reason, because what could be better than the freeing expression of soul?
How do you handle stress? – I usually take some time in silence, because in stillness I can clear my head and realize that “stress” is just a label and perception. When I change my perception, I can change what “stress” means to me. Or, I might listen to a song and just let my thoughts wander. Or I’ll get on my computer and write something, writing always takes me to a zone that lets me forget everything. I might work out, because it takes me to a different zone of pushing through pain which is exhilarating. Or I’ll just talk to my mom, because she always has the answer to everything! 😁
How many languages can you speak? – The language of the Universe, English and a bit of Spanish. I wish it was better, but, as long as I can speak the language of the Universe (love, and the expressions of my intuition/higher self), I’m good. 😊
What’s your advice for writers? – Writing is a journey of its own, you will grow and get to know yourself in so many ways. My advice would be to always write vulnerably and honestly no matter what. It doesn’t matter what you post or not, just always write for YOU. Writing lets me connect to the Universe in me and it lets me understand all my emotions; it lets me tap into the zone of feeling rather than thinking. So, when you write…don’t worry what might be socially “correct” or what will please someone, write for you and write to fulfill that something within that finds comfort in your fingers meeting the keys or pen meeting the page.
Filarance’s Questions
What is one of your favorite hobbies or things to do? – I’m going to branch out here and say daydreaming. When it’s just me and my thoughts, I love to see what I can create up there in my dreams.
Where is your favorite place to be? – Sedona AZ, my bedroom and the tennis court or gym.
If you didn’t have to sleep; what would you do with the extra time? – That’s such a great question. I would probably get really obsessed with meditation. Because meditation is the closest waking thing to the dream state, and it would rejuvenate me without even sleeping.
Which is your favorite blog post or poem of mine and why? – Life is Life. Or The beach. I love the simplicity, but powerful truth of Life is Life. And The beach has such vivid imagery and striking beauty. Let’s be honest, all of your posts are truly incredible! Your amazing sketches, creative riddles and original stories are such a beautiful expression of YOU and that’s what makes you special!!!
What’s your dream in life? – To fulfill my purpose and my soul’s mission here in this life. In a world that’s constantly testing us and begging us to fit in, to align with fear and to forget our true power – my soul’s mission here is to raise the frequency of Earth and to help you remember that you are truly fearless and free and that IS your power!
My Nominations
No worries if your site is award free, just wanted to share your beautiful work and how much I appreciate you!!!
Do emotions guide life, or does life guide emotions?
Is the present moment or imagination the best place to be?
What do you believe in?
My Creation
I had way too many options to pick from 🤪, but, I decided to give you guys the very first poem I ever wrote! In March of 2020, I had this strange calling to write a poem and it first turned into this and then much much more!!!
Thank you, once again to Geet and to Filarance for nominating me for this award, I am so honored! I truly enjoyed answering these awesome questions!
The Outstanding Blogger Award
The lovely Geet recently nominated me for The Outstanding Blogger Award!! A big thank you to Geet, I’m so grateful to her!! She is such an amazing soul who I’m lucky to call a friend, do go check her out!!
Ensure that they are aware of their nomination. Neither the award’s creator nor the blogger that nominated you can be nominated.
At the end of 2021, every blog that ping-backs the creator’s original post will be entered to win the 2021 Outstanding Blogger award questions.
My Answers
What has been your most successful post? Why do you think it was appealing? –versions of me, has been my most successful post so far. I think it appealed to people because of its relatability and honesty. It talks about wanting to know every version of me from every timeline, dimension and space. And I think a lot of people want to know those answers too. After I wrote it, I felt this weight off my shoulders of, like, being ok in the unknowns of not knowing every piece of my soul…I think the final line hopefully gave many people that feeling too.
What is your favorite piece of technology that you own? – My phone. I create a lot on my phone, just about everything.
How do you attract new readers? – Honestly, I just trust the Universe in whatever comes my way. I don’t really go looking for people, and I don’t try to attract new people. I write for me and to fulfill my soul’s call. People come when you let go of needing the numbers or stats to be higher…letting go is the key to most things in life. I’ve been blessed to have met some truly amazing people here; the Universe always connects the vibrations/lights that are meant to connect!
What makes you cry? – Oooo, that’s a tough question. Crying is a pretty spur of the moment thing, in my opinion. Love and fear would be my answer – when I really care about something or someone, love will always have its challenges and lessons…it ends up making the love more real. And fear because its energy is opposite of creation, opposite of my soul. When I feel it, it’s definitely something a tear can shake off.
Which Social Network do you check first? Why? – I’m only on WordPress and We Heart It, but I definitely check WordPress first. I’m seriously into dreaming so, I keep my phone in a different room when I’m asleep and I wait at least 20 minutes before checking in the morning.
Would you rather give up bathing for a month or give up the internet for a month? – Oh gosh, that’s so hard. I’d love to be one of those people who easily says the internet, but that’s not very authentic. 🤪 I am an athlete, so, not bathing for a month would be really really bad. 😂 I truly can’t decide on this one, ughh.
What was the last show you watched? – The Great Food Truck Race and Schitt’s Creek…a little food, drama and comedy is my favorite!
My Nominees
No worries if your site is award free, just wanted to share your beautiful work and how much I appreciate you!!
1. What’s your astrological sign and do you resonate with it?
2. Stars or the sun?
3. Where do you get your inspiration to write?
4. What is your favorite part of the day? Why?
5. What do you daydream about?
6. Do you believe in time?
7. Is success about accomplishments or fulfillment?
Thank you, once again, to the spectacular Geet!! I truly enjoyed answering the questions. And Thank YOU for your always inspiring support, I appreciate each and every one of you!! Be fearless and free -Ace
We’re on this ever-lasting trail called, life. The trail is constantly changing in its twists and turns, elevation, speed, conditions, surroundings and intensity – it’s life. Although we are all walking this trail together, we each walk our own perception.
On this trail, we see differently. Some see external reality, others see internal reality, some enjoy the night, others the sun, some see all the challenges ahead, others see the next step – some see change in the light, others in the dark.
This trail takes us to newer versions of ourselves, to the Universe deeply within us and to dreams our hearts had dreamt long ago. Each step of the trail shows us something, each step presents us with an opportunity to grow and a sign to authentically be. Sometimes those signs are easy to see and soothingly comforting. Sometimes those signs are hidden under layers of vision, harder to discover. But, all the time, those signs are there, guiding you on this trail and nudging you along the journey – it’s your choice to see.
The wonder of this trail is the people it aligns on the quest. Some people will walk the trail next to you every step of the way, some will join in a for a few steps, some for a few miles and some for a lot more. And then, there will be a time they fade away and that is just the journey. All walks of life can walk into our life, but when we are aligned with our truth, we attract exactly what we need to grow.
The trail has no end. There is no death or pause, all always keeps going. So, this life may end, but that doesn’t mean a million other lives can’t begin. In a split second, all can change. In the blink of an eye, all can remain the same. But in every blink or split, we choose our perception – always. The trail will always be there for us, but will we be there for it?
To our trail, to my trail – thank you. I see you for all that you are and all that you teach me to be. Thank you for showing me my strength and for making this journey fun. I love seeing your little signs and watching the sun light up my footprints. I show me where to go, but you show me how to go. So, I thank you for every crossroad, for every lesson, for every vision, for every dream and for every me.
Time seems so irrelevant to me now; yesterday felt like ages ago, tomorrow feels like now and the present feels like a loop. I see this life as a cycle; I’m running up and around this circle of life. Most days life is blooming, occasionally it’s raining, but, the rain lets me grow stronger.
In some sense, time is there; like in a song, that moment where time stops and then starts creates a shiver through my being. It’s in space where time seems most real to me – because it’s in those spaces where I realize time is missing.
I know time is just an agreed upon reality. I know it’s meant to keep us aligned with chaos, rush, fear and anything that goes against our alignment with our souls. My soul runs on the clock of emotion. My feelings, my intuition, my heart, my soul and my vibration tell me the time of the Universe. I think this 3D view of time is an illusion, but, the Universe’s view of time is synchronicity.
Time – you might be real to some, but, you’re losing your grasp on me. Life is not linear, life is a circle, a cycle – we flow, we grow and we ride with the energy of the Universe. You may be in my peripheral vision, but, that’s going away. I trust my gut with the Universe’s time. I follow the clock of my heart. I tick and tock to the beat of emotion. You might be chasing me, you might be in slow motion, you might even be hitting the fast-forward button; but, in my reality, you’re at a standstill. My belief has all the power and I no longer believe you, it’s just that simple.
Time has been changing for me, it just doesn’t have the control over me like it used to. I used to be obsessed…never took my watch off, being late drove me absolutely crazy, rushing was a normal thing – it was like time had me on a string and I was its puppet. I don’t really know what it is, but, I just look at it all so differently now. This piece is about letting go of the external clock and leaning into the internal clock of my soul. We’re always learning, and this is something I’ve been learning lately. I hope this helps you on your journey! Be fearless and free -Ace
There was a sun planted in a wallpaper of a sky. The sun was an infinite being and very much alive. It shined an enchanting glow to all, but only the few who had tapped into their own light could truly see.
One day, a cloud covered the sun’s soul. The sky went dark and murky, and all of the sudden the world seemed so lost. The sun smiled through its rays, as the cloud shifted a little.
With one ray peeking through the cloud’s dome, the sun felt so peacefully still. Its light was being shadowed, but its heart was beaming. The sun had remembered it was a star.
The cloud tried to expand, it tried to drift to cover the sparkling rays; but, it was still losing this invisible battle. The cloud couldn’t get to the sun – no matter how hard it tried, the sun just smiled and sat deeper in joy’s depths.
The sun gently, preciously and lovingly whispered to the cloud, “I forgive you.”
The cloud lost all control, it was flustered by the sun’s genuine love. And in an instant, the cloud disappeared. The world was aglow once again, as the sun basked in freedom. All had changed with just a few simple words.
What if this reality is just your imagination? What if all the beings in this reality are just your reflections? Maybe I am not me, rather, I am you. Maybe this world isn’t truly real, maybe it’s just your illustration?
I think the ‘impossible’ is the realm of freedom – the realm of truest creation. Through the ‘impossible’, we can travel through any wonder and discover countless versions of ourselves. We are infinite, we are more than these bodies. That’s the beauty of walking our own path, we get to believe in every ‘impossible’, in every wonder.
You whisper in my dreams every night, you echo in all my thoughts, you travel in every waking step I walk, you channel through my voice, you live in my breath, you fly in my heart and you daydream in the depths of my soul. I walk in the shadows of your trail, I speak in the language of your creation, I dream in the wonders of your intuition, I listen to the beat of your heart and I live in the projection of your mind. So maybe, I am yours and you are mine.
Why do I find comfort in all my thoughts? I know there’s an “ego” but, that’s just a label. I’m realizing all is one and you are all. Why should I judge a part of me just because it speaks in a harsher tone? All those voices in my head are my gifts, they’re my guides. I always get to choose who to listen to and my intuition is there to give me those nudges – I AM all.
I believe imagination is the realest thing in this reality, it’s a reflection of my deepest memories and strongest hopes. Daydreaming is an unrealized zone; it’s one I prioritize as it lets me fly through the lands of my soul. It’s another realm and when I reach it, I am free. Freedom is who I truly am at my core, freedom is who we all truly are – freedom is You.
Thank “you” for this adventure. In all your unknowns, I am finding me or maybe, you. For now, I’ve just conquered this blank page.
Where stillness lays, how do I move? You slowly slither till you improve In silence, am I really small? Quite the contrary, you’re alive with all
Every step becomes your road map Are labels just my little mind’s trap? A force inside pushes my crawl What if this road leads to a fall?
If I lose fear then can I stand? Taking a chance helps strength expand Does courage come, or is it a chase? It’s a paradox divinely guided by grace
I breathe and rise with every day But in this journey, have I lost my sway? So many questions hold me back Will destiny keep me on track?
Do guided steps lead to a run? Lessons you learn all mean you won Was I born where this Universe begun? As the stars whisper through the shine of my sun
In a place, through a life, and within my soul Is this a journey of finding home, while becoming whole? An infinite light brightens my obstacle course If I look within will I find this light source?
Fearless Free Soul 