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Here are some creative notes that enable us to explore our humanity and make sense of our thoughts, feelings and experiences.

These original works are part of my M.T.N Poetry Collection and are automatically protected by copyright upon creation. You are welcome to share my poems on Bluesky, Instagram, Pinterest, or Threads if you tag my corresponding accounts (links above) and provide clear credit. Please do not remove or crop out my name or site address, and do not rewrite, rework, or use my poetry—in whole or in part—in any other way without first obtaining my permission, which you can request via this contact form. Thank you.

‘Where I Belong’ is a poem by Molly from Transatlantic Notes that reads: Perhaps my place is not a physical space but instead exists wherever I persist.
‘A Borrowed Peace’ is a poem by Molly from Transatlantic Notes that reads, “Silence may feel safe at first, but this is just a borrowed peace, where words left unspoken grow heavy and ripe for release. Your words may start off muffled, confined by unease and doubt, but even a whisper can be mighty, see it take root, break ground, and sprout. Stand up and speak your mind, raise the alarm and have your say, use your voice for yourself and others, let truth and courage lead the way.”
“A Perspective on Life” is a poem by Molly from Transatlantic Notes that reads, “If there was one thing I’d want you to know; it’s that life is sometimes fast and sometimes slow, and even when days of sunshine turn to bitter, cold rain, you will always be able to find the light again.”
“Grounding” is a poem by Molly from Transatlantic Notes that reads, “Take some time today to sit in stillness and let the gentle touch of quiet provide a moment of reprieve. Exhale to release and relinquish burdens nestled muscle deep; allow whispers of comfort and tranquility to soothe, strengthen, and speak.”
“A Gift” is a poem by Molly from Transatlantic Notes that reads, “We can lessen and release some of the mental and emotional weight we carry by showing ourselves the same love, kindness, and consideration we give to others.”
‘Rise and Fall’ is a poem by Molly from Transatlantic Notes that reads, “Spring is nature’s reminder that life’s melodies unfold in a cycle rising and falling—an arrival of warmth after cold. It teaches us to embrace renewed balance, hope and delight, that a fresh start and new growth are never fully out of sight. We may have to be patient or trust through tattered nerves, but light and radiance are coming and all the goodness this returns.”

Poetry is not only dream and vision; it is the skeleton architecture of our lives. It lays the foundations for a future of change, a bridge across our fears of what has never been before. | Audre Lorde

“Bystander” is a poem by Molly from Transatlantic Notes that reads, “Sometimes the heaviness of life means we make ourselves small; a way to preserve our essence, constructing healing like a wall. But if we are not careful, we may lose sight of the ebb and flow of all the joy that’s blooming, and the seeds that it can sow. It’s okay to be deliberate and take time to expand and thrive, but we must not become a bystander waiting for radiance to arrive.”
“Creating Joy” is a poem by Molly from Transatlantic Notes that reads, “Once we discover where joy can be found; its reach grows limitless, attainable, unbound”.
“Life Lessons” is a poem by Molly from Transatlantic Notes that reads, “Some things are lighting a path for you to walk away.”
A graphic link to a post on Transatlantic Notes called, ‘Becoming: Transforming Pain Into Something Beautiful (A Poem)’.
A poem by Molly from Transatlantic Notes called, ’Connection’ that reads: Know yourself well enough so that you can weave love into every corner of your existence; cultivating a heart that recognizes exactly how it should be loved.
A poem by Molly from Transatlantic Notes called, ’A Path Forward’ that reads: We do not remain unchanged by the things that weigh us down; they alter how we carry ourselves as we search for settled ground. We live among our doubts and fears and the challenges we face; unsure about what might come next, blind to the good that awaits. But maybe these lessons are heavy because some nestle soulfully deep; they build a resiliency and wisdom that is forever ours to keep. Even when we feel diminished or lost to the stars and sun; new pieces of ourselves are forming, our healing has already begun.
A poem by Molly from Transatlantic Notes called, ’A Reminder’ that reads: You will find ways to heal; I promise. Heartbreak is not forever. Remember that.
A poem by Molly from Transatlantic Notes called, ’Rise Up’ that reads: It takes boldness to remain open, kind and encouraged in a world that tells so many not to flourish. Stay determined, take up space, rise up despite the fear; believe in your voice, persist — persevere.
A poem by Molly from Transatlantic Notes called, ’Voyager’ that reads: Navigate the stars and oceans of what was, and sail among what could be. Find yourself somewhere between longing and living; embrace the rough and the quelled sea. Taste the salt and chase the wind; sing with the birds at sunrise. Give time for cool mists to linger, but seek harbour under dark skies. Befriend the waves both high and low; let the cold dance over your skin. Warm yourself in fresh daylight; exhale the dawn and begin.
A poem by Molly from Transatlantic Notes called, ’Listen When You Need It Most’ that reads: Do not believe the whispers; do not fear the cascade. Let it roar fierce and shifting; let it rumble on and fade. Know that it returns sometimes; know you can survive. You are made of forests green; you are lush and destined to thrive. Listen when you need it most; listen when kindness flows. Root yourself in gifted love; root yourself where it grows. It’s there that it will quiet; it’s there where you can breathe. You’ll find the sunlight shining; you’ll find your own reprieve.
A poem by Molly from Transatlantic Notes called, ’Finding Your Way’ that reads: Listen carefully to what your healing is quietly teaching you.
A poem by Molly from Transatlantic Notes called, ’Meadows’ that reads: My love for you isn’t conditional or only for when the sun shines; it’s a blossoming, full love; it’s luminous during dark times. I am your shelter, I am your soul, I am your peaceful rest and repose. I am a blossoming, full love of endless flower-filled meadows.

I write to empty my mind and to fill my heart. | Paulo Coelho

A poem by Molly from Transatlantic Notes called, ’Moments of Rest’ that reads: I appreciate the gentle quiet that the snow brings as it settles, it’s like nature is reminding us to slow down and rest; to find comfort.
A poem by Molly from Transatlantic Notes called, ’Renovation’ that reads: You are allowed to reintroduce yourself to the universe as you heal. The pieces you put back together; transformed, have much to reveal.
A poem by Molly from Transatlantic Notes called, ’A Journey’ that reads: To live an abundant life we must allow love to touch all the parts of our existence; where joy and purpose flourish, calling us home to ourselves.
A poem by Molly from Transatlantic Notes called, ’Reconnection’ that reads: The fastest way to lose your sense of self is to set aside peace, purpose and joy for those who only see your value according to their own needs. Be intentional about who you let into your life; do not be afraid to reassert, reclaim and remind the universe who you are.
A poem by Molly from Transatlantic Notes called, ’Renewal’ that reads: Let this season reaffirm that change can be bountiful.
A poem by Molly from Transatlantic Notes called, ’Promise of a New Day’ that reads: You are the soft light of morning; the promise of a new day. You are fragrant mists and birdsong; you are rivers, moss and clay. You are everything you need to be; you are nourishment seed and sun. There is purpose in your rising; the time to thrive has come.
A poem by Molly from Transatlantic Notes called, ’Love Yourself Enough’ that reads: While productivity can bring a sense of purpose, it is not a measure of your value or success. Love yourself enough to be intentional with your time and allow for recovery and rest.
A poem by Molly from Transatlantic Notes called, ’Boundaries’ that reads: Rethinking how we approach something in order to preserve our own mental health isn’t quitting or failure; it’s survival, it’s resiliency and it’s necessary.
A poem by Molly from Transatlantic Notes called, ’Better Times Ahead’ that reads: Sunkissed days are not over when the frosts of winter come; the nourishment of root and bloom unseen, is never done. The storms and cold will calm in time as warmth arrives once more; new growth will flourish, renewed again of this you can be sure.
A poem by Molly from Transatlantic Notes called, ’When Change Comes’ that reads: New Beginnings and fresh starts don’t need midnight to prevail. A renewed shift blossoms when you decide to exhale.
A poem by Molly from Transatlantic Notes called, ’More to Come’ that reads: You deserve to see how much more love will come your way.
A poem by Molly from Transatlantic Notes called, ’After the Rain’ that reads: Watch how nature flourishes and grows after the rain - - you can too.

My great hope is to laugh as much as I cry; to get my work done and try to love somebody and have the courage to accept love in return. | Maya Angelou