Hiya;
This morning when the air was still cool the cotton ball clouds rolled across the sky. And I could not resist taking a handpan out and playing under the ripples in blue above me.
ripples in blue
I want to name each cloud Peace
–formations in light
Kristin and I hope you take some time today to rest in the nest of your heart.
In love, light, and sound,
Delaina and Kristin
Hello;
Kristin and I hope you find delight today in simple and magnificent ways. That you celebrate your breath. That the warm touch of the sun on your cheek makes you feel all the more alive. That you dress your soul in gratitude for all of your emotions. That when you see the world today: you see your value, light, and love on the tips of butterfly wings.
You are what the world needs now. You, just as you are. Eager and ready to live today in each moment. You are powerful and enough to touch someone’s life in the perfect way. Everything is possible because you dare to be, create, and share. Today is a canvas for your creative-divine art. And we can’t wait to see what you manifest through the magic of you.
Personally this week we have been in caregiver mode, taking care of family while also preparing for two local caregiving events. We are taking care of ourselves: listening to music, meditating, playing with our own creations and finding inspiration in the offerings of others.
Here are some of our favorites:
Inner Light music
Laughter Yoga with Dr. Kataria
Indigo by Ellen Bass
Enjoy, and thank you for sharing your magic.
In love, light, and breath
Delaina and Kristin
Hiya!
There are some great things we are enjoying and want to share with you.
The fabulous Carina Bissett of “Storied Imaginarium” on Substack has published a new anthology Fractured Reveries: A Storied Imaginarium Salon full of brilliant writers. Two of those writers are Helen Patrice and Allison Pang. You can also read Helen’s poetry in our anthology Paper Birds and Allison is responsible for the gorgeousness of Paper Birds. Keep in mind these are just two of the great minds that will take you on a journey in Fractured Reveries. If you haven’t picked up a copy we highly recommend you check it out.
Delaina just finished reading Finger Exercises for Poets by Dorianne Laux. She loved it! The book is full of poetry prompts, examples, and it is great to read the poems through Dorianne’s eyes. Delaina, being Delaina, read the book through and will now go back through the book rereading and doing the exercises. She highly recommends this book to anyone that loves the magical puzzles of poetry.
Another recommendation by Delaina for poets and writers alike is to subscribe to “Storied Imaginarium” and “Two Sylvias Press’ Weekly Muse”. She feels her writing has improved greatly since subscribing. And that they both create fun and highly supportive environments to thrive within. Check them out.
Let us know what books are you enjoying right now? What are your favorite Substack subscriptions?
In love, light, and reading,
Delaina and Kristin
Hello Friends;
We hope you are thriving through life’s moments. The challenges we face remind us of our authentic strength and that we rooted in light. Even in the moments when we can’t see our successes they are there. Just as the sun and the moon light the sky, we bring light to the world whether we believe in ourselves in any given moment or not. You are matter, your matter matters, and no matter what discouraging thing you might hear today you matter and you are loved.
Today we are sending love out into the world with poetry and music.
Delaina has decided to start sharing her poetry readings on Insight Timer along with her high vibe sounds and meditations. She has offerings that are free and part of Insight Timer Plus. Give her a listen here–Delaina on Insight Timer
We have added another video to our Peaceful Moments playlist.
This video is great if you are looking to: put a little pep in your step, feeling the powerful energy of the ocean, take a break, and entertain a loved one while you tackle a project.
You can find more of Delaina’s videos here at Delaina on YouTube
or more engagement videos for your loved one here at HelloCaregiving on YouTube
Let us know how you are doing.
In love, light, and purpose,
Delaina and Kristin
Good Morning!
Ah Spring, the trees that bloom rise as giant bouquets.
Give yourself a moment right now to enjoy Spring / Fall, both are beautiful seasons. It’s Spring here and it is so beautiful.
Here is a picture of our ornament Pear tree, we have nicknamed The Prince of Trees because it seems to require more nurturing than the others.
It is a poetry inspiring month. We can understand why National Poetry month is April.
Please share some of your Spring or Fall photos.
In love, light, and words,
Kristin and Delaina
2025