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Endings & Beginnings

September 30, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Sunset en deux


Endings & Beginnings

When I gaze at a sunset, it fills me with awe.

Watching the orange glow of the sun recede,

it takes me to a place of serenity and optimism.

As sundown arrives, I cannot help but

stand still…be quiet…and bear witness.

Nature’s golden moments and breathtaking beauty

offer the gift of tranquility.

A sunset brings with it the soft whisper

of life’s possibilities ~

the promise of a new day!

When this magnificent source of light

recedes behind the clouds far into the horizon,

and daylight starts to dim,

I know with certainty that life always

renews itself with Endings and Beginnings.

Laurel D. Rund   © 2009
 

 

Endings & Beginnings:   

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Lyrics by Laurel D. Rund & Philip Leber.  Music composed and sung by Philip W. Leber of Gulf Blues

 

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The Dance – the poem, artwork and the song

July 26, 2011 By Leave a Comment

"Sometimes someone dances into your life......"

The Dance

Sometimes someone dances into your life

and twirls your heart around.

Each step you take together lights up your world.

The rhythm is captivating, the music inspiring.

Your senses are heightened as you each lead and follow.

Everything looks brighter, tastes better ~

optimism is in the air!

And then, the music changes…

it is harsh and difficult to follow.

No matter how hard you try, you lose the beat.

Once again your senses are heightened ~

not to the dance, but to the missteps.

There is a push-pull which

throws you off track, throws you off balance.

Your instincts are whispering…something is wrong.

Nonetheless, you keep trying to get

back into step and on with the dance…

listening and waiting for that tantalizing rhythm

which made your heart race.

As the music fades off into the distance,

your hands reluctantly let go.

In that moment, your spirit is dimmed

and each dancer is left without a partner.

 Once more you begin to search ~ seeking that special someone

who will unexpectedly dance into your life.

Hoping that you will find a partner who is

moved by the music of your soul and

will twirl your heart around !

Laurel D. Rund (c) 2010

The song ~ composed and sung by Philip W. Leber of Gulf Blues ~ 

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“Dance, when you’re broken open. Dance, if you’ve torn the bandage off. Dance in the middle of the fighting.  

Dance in your blood. Dance when you’re perfectly free.”  Rumi

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CD Release Party

July 8, 2011 By Leave a Comment

You are invited to attend the CD release party for Emerging Voices at the Meadows Pub* on Thursday, July 21st from 7 – 10 pm.   Looking forward to seeing you there!

Emerging Voices – the words and the music!

 

*Directions to the Meadows Pub:

  • From Fruitville Rd., head north on Honore to 3rd traffic light .  At Meadows Entrance go left on Taywood Meadow to the roundabout, Village Center on left, 2nd entrance to parking lot.
  • From 17th St, go east to Honore, take left to Taywood Meadow (1st light) & follow directions above.
  • From University, head south on Honore to 3rd traffic light, (past 1st Meadows Entrance at Longmeadow), to second entrance at Taywood Meadow.  Right onto Taywood to roundabout, Village center on left, 2nd entrance to parking lot.
 
 

 

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Available soon … the CD ‘Emerging Voices’

June 23, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Our dream has come to life!   The CD, Emerging Voices,  arrived today in its beautiful package, with original songs from the book “Emerging Voices” composed and sung by Philip Leber of Gulf Blues.   The CD will be available on iTunes and other sites soon.

Emerging Voices CD Jacket


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The newest song “Essence” composed and sung by Philip Leber of Gulf Blues, based on the artwork and the poem Essence which can be found in the book, Emerging Voices.

Essence - An expression of renwal and joy!

Essence

Can you see it?

Can you feel it?

Can you hear it?

My Essence has come alive once again!

It is remembering who I am,

who I was meant to be.

I have a newfound purpose,

a delight in spirit

and a joy-filled sense of being.

As I respond to what sparkles within me,

my aura lightens and is warmed

by life’s embrace.

Life’s possibilities are the ingredients

which encourage me to blossom.

Can you see it?

Can you feel it?

Can you hear it?

My Essence is unfolding and

dancing to the rhythm of my heart.

Laurel D. Rund
(c) 2010
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Come Home to Your Heart

June 21, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Each day presents a new opportunity to come home to your heart!


Here is the version of Come Home which is on the newly released CD “Emerging Voices”.   It is a collaboration between Philip Leber and myself – featuring his magical songwriting talents and his beautiful voice.   I could never have imagined any of my poems and artwork coming to LIFE as music … but Philip has done just that and now the words and the songs are findings their way into the Universe.   For that and my life as it is TODAY, I am grateful.   Laurel

Philip’s website is:  Gulf Blues.   Another place to hear Phil and find out where his next gig will be!

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Come Home – the song!

Open Heart ~ A Place Called Home

Laurel D. Rund

I listened to a voice from within which beckoned me to

come home, come home ~ open the doors to your heart.

So I closed my eyes, quieted my mind and asked

the twinkling stars to light the way.

My senses came alive ~ were heightened

when its crimson color and radiant glow came into view.

A door with glittering handles opened easily to my touch,

revealing sunlit clouds and a bright blue sky.

As I strolled through this enchanted place,

the most magnificent sounds and sights greeted me.

I knew I had found my Garden of Eden, my Nirvana,

when I heard my heart whisper tenderly to me …

Finally, finally you are here!

Welcome home, welcome home ~ welcome to your heart!

So, if you hear an Emerging Voice inviting you

to take a journey into your heart ~ go there,

open its doors and discover the treasures that lie within.

You will know you have found your way

when you hear these words …

Finally, finally you are here!

Welcome home, welcome home ~ welcome to your heart!

 

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Friendship – the poem and the song

March 29, 2011 By Leave a Comment

 

 

When Friends Reach Out!


When friends reach out, our souls connect.

Something indescribable fills the air as we speak about

our lives, our successes, troubles or fears.

It is about being there for one another

~ picking up where we left off ~

instinctively knowing what to say or do!

The rules are quite simple.

We open our hearts, tell our stories and,

if asked for,  give or receive heartfelt counsel.

When we speak of life’s challenges ~

understanding and reassurance is offered.

We cheer for each other and revel in delight

when there is a victory!

And, when sharing our visions and dreams,

we encourage each other to go forth

to unearth and embrace our unique potential.

Through the ties of time and shared history,

the circle remains unbroken.

Because you see ~ when friends reach out ~

they are a gift,  a cherished treasure!

Laurel D. Rund (c) 2010

 

Song – “You’ve Got A Friend” – composed by Carole King

sung by Philip W. Leber

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Relationships – Speed Bumps and Potholes

March 18, 2011 By Leave a Comment


Speed Bumps and Pot Holes

We knew they were coming.  The road couldn’t…it just couldn’t

be easy and smooth all the time!

So the question lingered in the background of “us”

~ when would it hit and how would we react?

Would we get stuck and break down?

Or travel forward as we find our way?

When the speed bump and pot hole stops us,

would we become derailed?

Give up, be lead by our inner demons – taking separate paths

whilst fleeing from fear and pain?

Or, would we get back into gear, moving forward with caution

in order to continue our journey?

Knowing full well that there will be other words or

actions that will slow us down, spin us around, feel like a CRASH!

Only time will tell what our story will be.

But for today, we got through the speed bump and pot hole.

We listened to each other’s voice and the wounds,

though fresh and evident, began healing.

The road is clear once again and we know that something as

precious as this doesn’t come around often.

Our story of today is created from a precious and unique metal,

fired by our life’s experiences.

It is that metal which binds us.

Laurel D. Rund © 2010

 

The song, Bumps and Potholes, composed and sung by Philip W. Leber

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Open Heart – A Place Called Home

March 18, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Each today, well-lived, makes yesterday a dream of happiness and each tomorrow a vision of hope.

Look, therefore, to this one day, for it and it alone is life.” Sanskrit poem


Open Heart ~ A Place Called Home

I listened to a voice from within which beckoned me to

come home, come home ~ open the doors to your heart.

So I closed my eyes, quieted my mind and asked

the twinkling stars to light the way.

My senses came alive ~ were heightened

when its crimson color and radiant glow came into view.

A door with glittering handles opened easily to my touch,

revealing sunlit clouds and a bright blue sky.

As I strolled through this enchanted place,

the most magnificent sounds and sights greeted me.

I knew I had found my Garden of Eden, my Nirvana,

when I heard my heart whisper tenderly to me …

Finally, finally you are here!

Welcome home, welcome home ~ welcome to your heart!

So, if you hear an Emerging Voice inviting you

to take a journey into your heart ~ go there,

open its doors and discover the treasures that lie within.

You will know you have found your way

when you hear these words …

Finally, finally you are here!

Welcome home, welcome home ~ welcome to your heart!

Laurel D. Rund

The song, Come Home, composed and sung by Philip W. Leber

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Endings and Beginnings

March 17, 2011 By Leave a Comment

 

This poem can be found in my book “Emerging Voices”  - Laurel

The song, Endings and Beginnings, was composed and sung by Philip W. Leber 

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Endings and Beginnings – the poem and the song

February 6, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Endings and Beginnings


When I gaze at a sunset, it fills me with awe.

Watching the orange glow of the sun recede,

it takes me to a place of serenity and optimism.

As sundown arrives, I cannot help but

stand still, be quiet and bear witness.

Nature’s golden moments and breath-taking beauty

offer the gift of tranquility.

A sunset brings with it the soft whisper of life’s possibilities ~

the promise of a new day!

When this magnificent source of light

recedes behind the clouds far into the horizon,

and daylight starts to dim,

I know with certainty that life always

renews itself with Endings and Beginnings.

Laurel D. Rund

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Music composed and sung by Philip W. Leber


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