Sunday Prayer of the Heart

If by chance you missed the incredible French country house tour yesterday, do give it some love when you have a moment…it’s extraordinarily special.

This stream of consciousness prayer was penned a few moons ago, and I share it again this day with the hope it may bring light to dark corners and comfort to hearts I may never know.

Part of the beauty and mystery of blogging is this: ripples created here may extend well beyond where I can see. We need only begin from a place of peace and then trust.

African glass bead rosary from Splendid Avenue. Hello Lovely Studio. #rosary #faith #christianity #serene — Hello Lovely Studio

Sunday Prayer of the Heart

Let there be peace on earth…
let it begin with me.

French country dining room of Ruth Gay - design by Pamela Pierce. Antiques and architectural elements sourced at Chateau Domingue. #chateaudomingue #diningroom #frenchcountry #frenchfarmhouse #pamelapierce #frenchinterior #frenchdiningroom #slipcovered #frenchinspired — Chateau Domingue. Design: Pamela Pierce. See this house tour HERE.

May I cultivate that peace
and reflect it wherever I roam.

Owl night light on a vintage style shelf by RH. Hello Lovely Studio. — Hello Lovely Studio

May I bring smiles, hope, and laughter to corners where there is darkness and despair.

Blueberry mini muffins by Hello Lovely Studio. #blueberrymuffins #hellolovelystudio — Hello Lovely Studio. Diptyque Figuier Candle: FIND HERE.

May I share good fruit and gracious hospitality
with others fighting battles I cannot see.

Antique grain sack as table runner in Nordic French dining room by Hello Lovely Studio. #grainsack #frenchcountry #frenchfarmhouse #galvanized #hydrange #diningroom — Hello Lovely Studio.

May I look for the light and humbly reflect it.

European farmhouse style dining room with farm table and Belgian linen arm chairs. Design by Hello Lovely Studio. #diningroom #belgianlinen #europeanfarmhouse #frenchfarmhouse #benjaminmooreashleygray — Hello Lovely Studio. Paint color on our dining room walls: BENJAMIN MOORE Ashley Gray.

Oh that I might be a source of comfort
and fresh air to the atmosphere.

Claire Ptak cake decorated with fresh flowers. Violet Bakery. #claireptak #cakedecorating #freshflowers #baking #violetbakery #violetcakes #shabbychic — Claire Ptak of Violet Bakery. Read more about here HERE.

That I might be a peaceful fragrance in the world.

That I might willingly go in vulnerable directions,
allowing my heart to be broken over and over again.

Love Poems by Pablo Neruda and quail egg. Photo by Hello Lovely Studio — Hello Lovely Studio. A seabird eggshell with a copy of Love Poems by Pablo Neruda: FIND HERE.

Sensual earthy poems from a Spanish poet: Love Poems

That I might persistently return to love in spite of the cost.

Dining room with round table and Belgian linen chairs. Hello Lovely Studio. #diningroom #hellolovelystudio — Hello Lovely Studio.

That I might not lose hope when the sting of death
and cold harsh days of mourning come.

Gather out of stardust, earthdust, cloudust, stormdust and splinters of hail one handful of dreamdust not for sale. Mixed media by Hello Lovely Studio. #langstonhughes #mixedmedia #hellolovelystudio — Mixed media by me (a Langston Hughes favorite poem). Hello Lovely Studio. Gather out of stardust, earthdust, cloudust, stormdust and splinters of hail one handful of dreamdust not for sale.

Nelson Mandela quote. It always seems impossible until it's done. Hello Lovely Studio. #inspiringquote #encouragement #personalgrowth #nelsonmandela

That I might loosely hold my attachments and
glimpse the gold shimmering within eternal realms.

Modern farmhouse mud room with stained glass window and industrial farmhouse sink. #modernfarmhouse #mudroom #hellolovelystudio — Photo: Hello Lovely Studio. See more of this modern farmhouse HERE.

Oh, let those realms manifest into reality!

Oh, may grace wash over me and you
til we are so free from bitterness
and so full of mercy our
hearts overflow with
forgiveness
and
sacred love.

European country inspired entry with rustic alder front door with speakeasy. Come see more of my home in Hello Lovely House Tour in July. #hellolovelystudio #timeless #tranquil #interiordesign #europeancountry #europeanfarmhouse #simpledecor #serenedecor — Hello Lovely Studio. Shop my house HERE.

May the door of happiness
swing wide open to all.

Sourdough bread stamped with 'mderci.' Hello Lovely Studio. — Hello Lovely Studio.

May all who seek rest, find it this day.

White farmhouse exterior with two porches and board and batten detailing. #hellolovelystudio #modernfarmhouse #houseexterior #farmhousearchitecture #whitefarmhouse — Hello Lovely Studio. Tour this amazing historical farmhouse RIGHT HERE.

Life is Beautiful pillow. #pillow #lifeisbeautiful — Pillow: FIND HERE.

May our lives bloom in diversity and pure harmony.

Farmhouse style. Metal French bistro chair with vintage bucket of hydrangea. Hello Lovely Studio. #metalchair #frenchchair #bistrochair #hydrangea #farmhousestyle #hunterboots — Hello Lovely Studio.

And may stillness and quiet contemplation have its way with us.

White modern farmhouse kitchen with coastal style. Design by Lisa Furey Interiors. #whitekitchen #farmhousekitchen #modernfarmhouse #coastaldecor #coastalstyle #cottagekitchen — Design by Lisa Furey Interiors. Photo: Lindsey Shorter. Modern farmhouse kitchen with coastal style. See more of it RIGHT HERE.

I lift this prayer of the heart as an offering to the universe.

White classic kitchen with Shaker cabinets, farm sink, and carrara marble subway tile. Design by Hello Lovely Studio. #whitekitchen #modernfarmhouse #classickitchen #farmsink #carraramarble #backsplash — See more of my kitchen RIGHT HERE. Hello Lovely Studio.

And I surrender my need for all to be well,
calling upon instead, a divine intuition
which welcomes a trustworthy energy
to pierce unholy parts,
reveal the everlasting,
and
teach a hidden wholeness.

Still life with vintage mason jar, apple, and pear. #hellolovelystudio #stillife #serene #shabbychic #vintagestyle #frenchfarmhouse — Photo: Hello Lovely Studio.

Amen.

Vintage door, farmhouse table, and cheese board and wine. #hellolovelystudio #shabbychic #frenchfarmhouse #tablescape — Prayer of the Heart. Hello Lovely Studio.

Thank you for reading, and I would love to hear from you if you have a moment, friends.

Blue hydrangea in antique French urn. #chateaudomingue #hydrangea #frenchcountry — Chateau Domingue.

Please visit the epic house tour (Chateau Domingue!) from yesterday if you missed it…a study in European country authenticity and timelessness awaits.

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Peace to you right where you are.

-michele

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August 5, 2018 / 11:43 pm

very good.Thank youuuuuuuuuuu

- michele
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  August 6, 2018 / 8:18 am
  
  Thanks for reading. 🙂
  
Sara LeSueur
August 6, 2018 / 5:18 am

Love your inspiration!!

- michele
  Author
  August 6, 2018 / 8:17 am
  
  It’s wonderful to have you here! Peace to you.
  
Maria Palmieri
August 6, 2018 / 5:46 am

I want to wish blessings upon you. Thank you for such a sweet blog.
I enjoy it and look forward to it daily. It’s such a peaceful blog.
Thank you again.
Blessings,
Maria P.

- michele
  Author
  August 6, 2018 / 8:17 am
  
  I accept the blessings with an open, grateful heart. Thanks for making this place a part of your mornings. 🙂
  
Susan Jezeski
August 6, 2018 / 7:08 am

just simply lovely

- michele
  Author
  August 6, 2018 / 8:16 am
  
  Peace to you, friend. Thanks for reading.
  
Greet
August 6, 2018 / 7:23 am

Beautiful dear Michele! xoxo Greet

- michele
  Author
  August 6, 2018 / 8:16 am
  
  Peace to you across the miles, lovely one. xox
  
Kristin
August 6, 2018 / 7:43 am

I bless my Lord Christ Jesus today. Let us have a heart of compassion.

- michele
  Author
  August 6, 2018 / 8:16 am
  
  That’s a wonderful prayer for my heart this morning. Peace to you.
  
Susan in MT
August 6, 2018 / 8:05 am

Twas lovely! I’m starting to ask myself each morning, “What can I do to serve others today?” It’s amazing how happy I am when I focus on those around me instead of myself. Our God is good!
Have a beautiful day Michele.
Susan in MT

- michele
  Author
  August 6, 2018 / 8:14 am
  
  So so good. Peace to you as you begin a new week, friend.
  
Karen H.
August 6, 2018 / 8:21 am

May this beautiful prayer of peace carry you through the week. Thanks Michele.

- michele
  Author
  August 6, 2018 / 8:36 am
  
  Yes and beyond – peace to you, friend.
  
Marilynn
August 6, 2018 / 9:17 am

Thank you for this beautiful poem. As Susan does, I ask God each day to help me help others. I also thank Him for all He has done, and continues to do, for me, and all who seek Him. I appreciate you daily for all your positive and inspirational thoughts.

Marilynn

- michele
  Author
  August 6, 2018 / 9:35 am
  
  Thank you so much for reading and your beautiful heart. xox
  
Teresa C
August 6, 2018 / 11:31 am

Yours is my favorite blog. and I receive many….. Thank you for making my day.
Prayers for you & your family

- michele
  Author
  August 6, 2018 / 3:47 pm
  
  Well, that just buttered my biscuit, friend. Thanks for your prayers – I need em. 🙂
  
Sandy
August 6, 2018 / 11:44 am

What an absolutely lovely post! I thoroughly enjoyed reading this and it served to remind me of a few things that are wanting in my life. Thank you Michelle! Have a wonderful week.

- michele
  Author
  August 6, 2018 / 3:46 pm
  
  Peace to you, friend. So grateful to have you here.
  
Jo Shafer
August 6, 2018 / 12:12 pm

Thank you Michelle. I always enjoy reading — slowly — your daily posts after my morning prayer. You remind me to be gentle with my day.

- michele
  Author
  August 6, 2018 / 3:46 pm
  
  And look – there you go again – adding a layer of sweetness to my day as well. xox
  
Libby Guimbarda
August 6, 2018 / 6:42 pm

This prayer came at the perfect time. Thank you.

- michele
  Author
  August 6, 2018 / 6:58 pm
  
  So glad you’re here. Just prayed for you.
  
Holly Irwin Fine Art
August 7, 2018 / 7:51 am

Oh my , This was beautiful Michele! You have such a tender way with words that touches everyone who reads them! Thank you❤️

- michele
  Author
  August 7, 2018 / 8:57 am
  
  So happy to have you here. xox

Sunday Prayer of the Heart

Sunday Prayer of the Heart

Let there be peace on earth…
let it begin with me.

May I cultivate that peace
and reflect it wherever I roam.

May I bring smiles, hope, and laughter to corners where there is darkness and despair.

May I share good fruit and gracious hospitality
with others fighting battles I cannot see.

May I look for the light and humbly reflect it.

Oh that I might be a source of comfort
and fresh air to the atmosphere.

That I might be a peaceful fragrance in the world.

That I might willingly go in vulnerable directions,
allowing my heart to be broken over and over again.

That I might persistently return to love in spite of the cost.

That I might not lose hope when the sting of death
and cold harsh days of mourning come.

That I might loosely hold my attachments and
glimpse the gold shimmering within eternal realms.

Oh, let those realms manifest into reality!

May the door of happiness
swing wide open to all.

May all who seek rest, find it this day.

May our lives bloom in diversity and pure harmony.

And may stillness and quiet contemplation have its way with us.

I lift this prayer of the heart as an offering to the universe.

And I surrender my need for all to be well,
calling upon instead, a divine intuition
which welcomes a trustworthy energy
to pierce unholy parts,
reveal the everlasting,
and
teach a hidden wholeness.

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Sunday Prayer of the Heart

Let there be peace on earth…let it begin with me.

May I cultivate that peaceand reflect it wherever I roam.

May I bring smiles, hope, and laughter to corners where there is darkness and despair.

May I share good fruit and gracious hospitalitywith others fighting battles I cannot see.

May I look for the light and humbly reflect it.

Oh that I might be a source of comfortand fresh air to the atmosphere.

That I might be a peaceful fragrance in the world.

That I might willingly go in vulnerable directions,allowing my heart to be broken over and over again.

That I might persistently return to love in spite of the cost.

That I might not lose hope when the sting of deathand cold harsh days of mourning come.

That I might loosely hold my attachments andglimpse the gold shimmering within eternal realms.

Oh, let those realms manifest into reality!

May the door of happinessswing wide open to all.

May all who seek rest, find it this day.

May our lives bloom in diversity and pure harmony.

And may stillness and quiet contemplation have its way with us.

I lift this prayer of the heart as an offering to the universe.

And I surrender my need for all to be well,calling upon instead, a divine intuitionwhich welcomes a trustworthy energyto pierce unholy parts,reveal the everlasting,andteach a hidden wholeness.

Follow:

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28 Comments

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Let’s SHOP!

Let there be peace on earth…
let it begin with me.

May I cultivate that peace
and reflect it wherever I roam.

May I share good fruit and gracious hospitality
with others fighting battles I cannot see.

Oh that I might be a source of comfort
and fresh air to the atmosphere.

That I might willingly go in vulnerable directions,
allowing my heart to be broken over and over again.

That I might not lose hope when the sting of death
and cold harsh days of mourning come.

That I might loosely hold my attachments and
glimpse the gold shimmering within eternal realms.

May the door of happiness
swing wide open to all.

And I surrender my need for all to be well,
calling upon instead, a divine intuition
which welcomes a trustworthy energy
to pierce unholy parts,
reveal the everlasting,
and
teach a hidden wholeness.