Thinking Big

Thinking Big

When thinking big, great changes come
This thought seems too far-fetched for some
Yet every action once began
With simple thought amidst life’s plan

So check the nature of your thought
The power is vast, don’t sell it short
The future will depend on this
A nightmare or a life of bliss

Decisions every day are there
Again with thought we must take care
No fear, but measured choices now
Will future dreams at least allow

For all can be, no limits here
Through many highways we must steer
Enjoy the ride, don’t stop to dig
The best is called by thinking big

(c) Simon J. Halliday 2014
http://www.mysteriousbooks.co.uk

Dare To Believe

Dare To Believe

All changes when you dare to believe
No limits on what we’ll achieve
The masters watch as things unfold
It’s time to act, we’ve all been told

So who will listen to their call?
Will any good now come at all?
It’s not the same for each in turn
But all should know there’s much to learn

Then what’s the answer?  Perhaps don’t ask
Just pay attention to your task
When every little job is done
Then look to see – here comes the sun

We don’t need more than what we’ve found
It’s everywhere, just look around
Our doubts and fears will simply leave
When, at last, we dare to believe

(c) Simon J. Halliday 2014
http://www.mysteriousbooks.co.uk

Perhaps Today

Perhaps Today

Perhaps today your chance will come
The game has changed, a lot for some
Each day is new and all must search
Who knows where fate’s great wheel may lurch?

Don’t think you won’t amount to much
Keep open channels, stay in touch
The mind is deep and no-one’s sure
Just what tomorrow has in store

Look forwards into where we’re bound
A brand new song, a relic found
Surprises come to those who look
Don’t disregard that dusty book

For hidden where you may not guess
Are answers that will guide and bless
In seeking more you’ll find the way
Then joy comes quickly – perhaps today

(c) Simon J. Halliday 2014
http://www.mysteriousbooks.co.uk

Positive News

Positive News

Positive news we need to hear
Don’t waste your dreams in constant fear
Look for the good at every turn
And then we have the chance to learn

For negative thoughts are daily served
Each mind and soul is thus unnerved
See how the problems multiply
And still we wonder, asking why

The rabbit-hole goes very deep
We may find clues whilst we’re asleep
And in the light of day we ask
Why must we wear this painful mask

For truth is free and so is love
The message comes from high above
Ignore the doubts, protect your views
It’s time to share our positive news

(Inspired by & dedicated to Kelly Anne Sharp‘s search for positive news)

(c) Simon J. Halliday 2014
http://www.mysteriousbooks.co.uk

Adventure

Adventure

Life’s adventure, make it good
Don’t be stuck by ‘could, should would’
For every passing day has gone
And we’re still here, life will go on

Dream harder, seek the things you love
And yet be peaceful as the dove
By forcing things you’ll never win
Go softly and let life begin

Then watch the dream unfold each hour
Don’t underestimate your power
For we all have our tales to tell
Be truthful and all will be well

But if the enemy strikes you down
There’s still no reason for a frown
You tried your best and beat the fear
And more adventurers now are here

(c) Simon J. Halliday 2013
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Don’t Stop Now

Don’t Stop Now

Don’t stop now, you’re nearly there
So much to give, so much to share
And yes you’re tired, as all can be
But light is coming and then you’ll see

The steep incline of this last mile
Won’t bring relief or cause a smile
But once it’s done then all is new
‘No pain no gain’ is sometimes true

So weary traveller, don’t despair
When all is blurred and dark out there
The day will come when things are clear
And happy times are finally here

Words and numbers melt away
When powerful forces come to play
Life will be good, don’t question how
For many reasons – don’t stop now!

(c) Simon J. Halliday 2013
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Beauty

Beauty

Beauty can be found by all
Each eye and mind will see its call
And yes some danger may be there
What can I say, except beware

For lured in is many a fool
Throughout each life, it starts at school
And some can’t seem to shake it off
Just like a wretched tickly cough

But here’s a thing you have to know
Through beauty you might learn and grow
If you can see in every place
Some hidden magic, timeless grace

The things which cause a soul to soar
Which call it on, still wanting more
Should have some beauty in the blend
For one day soon, all this will end

(c) Simon J. Halliday 2013
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The Shopkeeper

The Shopkeeper

Gravely pass the souls each day
And wonder what they’ll need to pay
But money won’t buy what we’ll need
The system’s fuelled by debt and greed

I am the keeper of the shop
Don’t pass on by, you need to stop
You have to ease my heavy load
You’ve no idea of what is owed

Another day, another pound
The tills will ring their happy sound
And will this haze of numbers end?
I hope not – they’re my only friend

So adding up the profit and loss
I’m wondering who would be the boss
A labour of love is great for some
But this shopkeeper ain’t so dumb

It’s time to take a new approach
Seek deeper, and the dark reproach
Positive thoughts now – never mourn
Another day, it soon will dawn

(c) Simon J. Halliday 2013
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Dog Eat Dog

Dog Eat Dog

Amidst the times of dog eat dog
You’ll find that there’s a missing cog
This great machine of industry
Does not intend to make us free

For every hour we stare at screens
We may forget just what it means
And questions of the reasons why
Are lost in dreams of how we’ll fly

So back to basics, see what’s real
And start to fly with how you feel
For all can find the things they love
For every hand, a fitting glove

Then don’t give up, accept what’s there
And work with things for which you care
For cheery words and helpful deeds
Are what this dog eat dog world needs

(c) Simon J. Halliday 2013
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Future Tense

Future Tense

In the future, don’t be tense
Or sitting on a rotten fence
Make choices and live with intent
Or you’ll be wondering where it went

For living each day to the full
And making light where it was dull
You’ll find the worries fade away
And more than ever you’ll love each day

But if some hardship may befall
Remember we all have the call
To rise above with strength and hope
That through all things our minds will cope

Yes still there’s more, the future waits
No time for those regrets and hates
Relax and learn, it makes more sense
And make a better future tense

(c) Simon J. Halliday 2013
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