"In the Silence of My Mind"

In the silence of my mind
I struggle to find
A sense of peace and calm
Amid a mental storm

But I will never give up
I will not give in
I will keep pushing ahead
And let the light shine within

I will reach out my hand
And surround myself with love
For I know that I am strong
And I am worthy of

The care and support I need
To heal and grow and thrive
I will not let my mental health
Define who I am

I am more than my confusion
I am full of hope and grace
I am on a journey
Towards a brighter, better place.

​by Mona Baechler

Self-love, dear self-love
A precious gift to give
It's time to nurture ourselves
And let our spirits live

For we are worthy of love 
And deserving of compassion 
It's time to be gentle with ourselves 
And let go of the self-doubt and ration

We are beautiful, inside and out 
And we have so much to share 
It's time to cherish ourselves 
And let our confidence and light flare

So here's to self-love, dear friends 
And to choosing ourselves every day 
For when we love ourselves 
Happiness and love come our way.

Monika Baechler

By now, two warm candles are glowing on the wreath. Pure delight, the first snow of the season has fallen, and the world is transformed into a winter wonderland. The snow-covered hills and trees sparkle in the sunlight, and the air is crisp and fresh. I can hear the cheerful squeals of children sledging down the slopes and the crunch of the snow beneath my feet as I walk. The snow feels cold and soft against my skin, and the air smells clean and refreshing. It's a magical time filled with the season's joy and nature's beauty. - Monika Baechler