Waking Spirit: Prose & Poems the Spirit Sings

By Shirley Cheng

Book Overview

O, spread thy wings and fly to wondrous places! The winds shall take thee to undiscovered spaces where hearts dance to songs of delight sung by the spirits of life. ; ;Spirit, rise! You are about to... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 061513680X
• ISBN13: 9780615136806
• Release Date: May 2007
• Publisher: Dance with Your Heart! Publishing
• Length: 146 Pages
• Weight: 0.49 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

WINNER OF THE AVATAR AWARD

WAKING SPIRIT is a winner of the prestigious AVATAR AWARD for EXCELLENCE IN SPIRITUAL LITERATURE! As a member of the award committee I had the pleasure of reviewing Shirley's book. Shirley is a shining star in a world in need of light. Her writing is straight forward,inspirational and uplifting. To read Shirley's writing is to dance with life. For her, there is truly no mountain high enough. Rejoice in her poetry, essays and insights for her writing is a gift from whatever you call the Universal Spirit of Love.

Waking Spirit

Shirley will grab your heart with the first pages of this wonderful book and keep you involved with the way she has with words. She is one of those angels that tip toes up behind you and just says "hello." You will not be sorry you picked up this book, you will be purchasing it for gifts for your friends and family. Inspiration is what makes the world go round and she has plenty to share with everyone. Thank you Shirley for sharing your gifts with all of us.

A Rare Gift, An Extraordinary Soul

I had the privilege of reading Waking Spirit by Shirley Cheng. I say a privilege because she is that rare someone who has been able to rise above the trials of life. Her spirit shines through every word, lifting your heart and making you dance beside her. Her poetry paints a picture and you are there. Her piercing insights belie her young age and you feel the wisdom in her words. Her gifts are boundless and take us all to a loftier place we can only dream about. Thank you Shirley for letting us dance with you.

Dancing with Your Heart

"Do not leave out any one color life has given you to create your painting." ~Shirley Cheng Shirley Cheng creates beautiful worlds of inspiration by focusing on a positive outlook. Her wisdom and captivating writing style reveals a rare beauty of the heart. Humorous haiku blends effortlessly with devotional selections as quotes sing a wisdom we want to hear and live. For seventeen years, Shirley Cheng experienced the world with her full vision, but now as she has lost her eyesight, her inner vision awakens on the page like a field of wildflowers in full bloom. This book takes you on journeys of spirit, where you feel nurtured and loved in this world of magical joy. Her visions of delicate wonder are a warm soothing revelation: "Delicate seashell Sighs to the beating heart of Ocean waves splashing" ~Seashell Sighing I think Shirley says it best: "Although I'm blind, I can see far and wide, as my heart tells me all it sees; even though I'm disabled, I can climb high mountains, for my spirit soars with the wind, unafraid to face the rain and hail. In spite of all the high mountains I have climbed, I have arrived at each and every top with a smile. I have conquered thorny jungles and fiery seas and come out with stars in my arms." What a beautiful soul. As a fan of all of Shirley Cheng's books, I think this is my favorite book! I love all of her writing, but this one is especially enjoyable because I love her clever haiku that sometimes made me laugh with surprise. This haiku reminded me of a wonderful childhood memory I'd forgotten: Meadow of Cotton Balls Along green meadows Hopping cotton balls dotting White rabbits frolic I can highly recommend "Waking Spirit" as well as "Dance with Your Heart: Tales and Poems That The Heart Tells." The positive energy in Shirley Cheng's books is refreshing, real and inspiring. I hope you will invite her writing into your heart to experience the beauty of love's transforming energy. ~The Rebecca Review

A gift of sight through Shirley's words

Reviewed by Regan Windsor for Reader Views (3/07) Shirley Cheng was born with severe juvenile rheumatoid arthritis and spent most of her youth hospitalized between the US and China. Her mother spent precious energy fighting to save her daughter from medical death. Her gift for the battle was not only her daughter's life but also a bond so strong the love and respect can be felt upon the pages. Due to the level of hospitalization Shirley was not able to attend school until she was 11, but excited and eager to learn, with an unbelievable aptitude, she raced through academics with honors until losing her sight at the age of 17. Shirley, now only in her early twenties, is a blind and physically disabled motivational speaker, poet, and author of five books. "Waking Spirit" is a collection of poems, memoirs, tidbits of wisdom "A moment with Shirley", and short essays on dancing to the spirit of life. Waking Spirit When Dormant it lies All sensations travel by Kiss it gently on the brow If you may, then sleepiness shall vow No longer shall it yawn, for Greatness has opened the door Spirit, rise! Prepare for a brand new day In it, all treasures suffice Ready to be shared from day to day Internally your essence shall glow Thus, let your songs eternally flow The majority of poems are three line observations of life: "Tumbling Leaves" Slowly, leaves tumble From home, greeting vibrant friends For a gentle rest. It is Shirley's wisdom, insight, and spirit that take the readers breath away: "A Moment with Shirley" Many dream dreams; only a few create dreams. Be the creator of your or someone else's dream! "Waking Spirit" is a collection of wisdom, insight, and poetry that begs the reader to pay attention to the gift of life, the gift of the spirit, and the gift of sight. Although I am not blind, through this book I have been given the gift of sight. Thank you Shirley!