MARIA LISA POLEGATTO - Prayers and Gratitude

Paul Boutilier

9/6/2026

Hockey players are built tough.
Life can be tougher.
Paul raised himself to the opportunity.
Ran uphill all the way.
From a star is born,
To being one.
Most people only dream of things.
Paul went beyond and made his dreams come true.
Not just his own,
He shared with others.
That's what great leaders do,
They build champions.
On ice, off ice,
Bou-til-i-er will be remembered.
Not just as a hockey player,
But also as a son, brother, uncle, husband, friend.
One that went the distance.
And when the next puck drops,
He'll be there cheering in the crowd,
Surrounded by the Angels that lifted him to heights,
Glided with him on ice,
Defended with him in the rush of life,
Stickhandled the puck to victory,
All the while the country cheered for him.
Today we lost a legend.

One Drop, One Ocean, One George

28/2/2026

I’m feeling the loss of my ocean mentor. Last night I learned of the passing of George Cummings, SDG14 Ocean Ambassador, mentor, and true blue heart. I first connected with him through my whale project, and over time he continued to inspire me and his team of true blue hearts. He understood my deep love for the planet and all species, and encouraged me to follow that passion with curiosity, dedication, and heart — just as he did.

George dedicated his life to protecting our oceans and inspiring future ocean stewards. He was part of the United Nations SDG14 Ocean Ambassador program, contributing to global efforts to safeguard life below water and reminding us that every drop counts in the health of our one precious ocean.

Your legacy lives on in the currents, the reefs, all life on Earth and beneath the waves, and in every heart you touched. Rest in peace, George — thank you. Your vision for a healthier, thriving ocean will carry on through all of us you mentored, as a friend and extraordinary human being. We will remember your passion, stewardship, and compassion for all life on Earth.

#OneOcean #TrueBlueHeart #OceanMentor #SDG14 #RIPGeorgeCummings #OneDropOneOcean

A Prayer for Nature and All Living Beings

9/1/2026

We give thanks for the forests, rivers, mountains, and skies that sustain us.
We honor every creature, great and small, for their place in the web of life.
Grant us the wisdom to protect, nurture, and restore what has been harmed.

Help us act with compassion, care, and patience, knowing that every small step matters.
May our hearts stay open to the wonders of nature, and may our choices reflect
love for the Earth, its creatures, and future generations.

And so it is. He hears those who ask.

Jane Goodall 1934 to Oct 1, 2025

1/10/2025

Today, we lost an incredible soul - Jane Goodall. She was more than an icon, a visionary, a beacon of hope, a true example of compassion for animals, nature and....other humans, especially in times of conflict. She found common ground, choosing instead to understand. She made groundbreaking discoveries and accomplished tireless research - she was a gift to the world through her knowledge that will continue to inspire and guide for generations.

Every time I heard her voice, I felt the weight of her wisdom and hope. Her legacy lives on in her remarkable contributions and in the hearts of countless youth she continues to empower through her programs.

The jungles of Gombe call her home now, among her beloved companions she devoted her life to - not as a keeper but as a guide to others to learn from and live alongside - reminding us we are part of nature.

Congratulations, Jane, on a life so wonderfully lived. You will be missed greatly, as the light of your legacy lives on.

Thank you, Jane. May God bless you and keep you in His arms!

Maria Lisa Polegatto

Sing to the Moutains

11/6/2025

by Maria Lisa Polegatto

I will sing to the mountains
And shout out the blessings
You gave to me, my Lord
Your joy has filled me
With unending love.

Prayer for World Peace

24/1/2025

by Maria Lisa Polegatto

In the name of Jesus Christ, my Lord
Let there be peace in the world
Instead of wars, let us bring to the table peace, love, and forgiveness
Instead of competition, let us bring compassion, creativity, innovation, collaboration and conservation
Let us rise to the challenge to be the change
And rejoice in His name
Hallelujah!

Thankful

11/2/2024

After coming through snowmaggeden last week with 150 cms of snow over a few days, and yes I did mean 150 cms, I am thankful for the snow finally stopping, for people that help out, people that care for others, the small and unnoticeable things we miss everyday such as the beauty of a single snowflake that lands on your nose, for being able to walk outside and see the sun. It has been an eventful year so far. Hopefully snowmaggeden is not planning a repeat.

Gratitude and Hope for Tomorrows

25/12/2023

Thank you to everyone who believed in me this year and was kind and supportive. This year, 2023, was full of keeping busy with work, sea turtle beach patrol for CSTN, meeting new people, art and craft making and markets, making new friends, learning new things, etc.. It was also full of nature and animals - some of my favorite things. Being in nature and being creative is a blessing to clear your mind to make way for new thoughts and ideas.

It's hard to believe 2024 is just around the corner. I wish everyone a wonderful holiday season and good health, love, joy, abundance, hope and many blessings in the coming year.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Lots of love,
Lisa

Maria Lisa Polegatto Creative Studio

Stand Tall Ukraine!

22/3/2022

by Maria Lisa Polegatto

Today I heard the Ukrainian soldiers who were captured were removed of their clothing!!! Is this a war or a holocaust?

On the other hand, the Russians who surrendered were given food, clothing and shelter.

And Russian calls Ukrainians Nazis? I beg to differ.

Why is a bully, a dictator, an sick man allowed to unleash his wrath upon the world? Because he can, he is not stopped, he continues.

Why do I care? I am not Ukrainian, I am not Jewish. But I am human and that in my opinion is why humans need to care. So that other humans do not have to go through such disaster, terror, hell on earth.

But Russian has threatened nuclear war. In doing so Russian would also blow themselves up. Why have we let Russian gain control over not one but two nuclear reactors in Ukraine?

Because it's just in Ukraine? Is it? Look around you. We all live in one world, one atmosphere. Where the wind blows so too do we live and breathe.

While we sleep in our soft beds at night, safe and warm, Ukrainians are left in rubble, cold, huddled together in fear of their lives.

I don't support war. I support peace. But what do you do when war comes to your door?

You invite it to peace talks to reason with it. But until that happens you need to react the only way war knows how. You stand tall and defend your people until war runs and heeds the warning to leave.

War is full of pride and ego. It keeps fighting even though it loses. It does not know how to lose as too often it tramples over people and has gotten accustomed to it.

Stand tall Ukraine, stand tall Ukrainians, stand tall those who have been called to defend.

As Zelensky begs the world to help, to fly over no more. Would Russian heed the rules? Probably not, but how do we stand by and watch the terror and sleep at night?

We that cannot or have not gone, need to pray with all our might that truth and justice and peace overcomes the evil sooner than later. May the wrath of God be unleashed upon the terror.

Yes Zelensky, light overcomes the dark. And I stand in the light to pray with you and your people. I invite all of humanity to do the same. That is the least we can do for humanity!

Global Healing

15/12/2021

by Maria Lisa Polegatto

Sending light and love globally to everyone affected by the pandemic and related illness so that the evil, distress, stress and illnesses are dissipated into the light so they don't hurt anyone but instead are changed into positive light and love to heal and uplift us all. Wishing everyone a wonderful holiday season with much love and gratitude throughout the world to share with each other. Many blessings to all. Count your blessings, love your life, love your people. Love surrounds us all, we just need to reach out and give it a big hug and hold on tight. May you share the peace within you with others. Amen.

Sending prayers to the seals at Belfry, NS

26/8/2018

Sending prayers to the deceased seal and his colony with some Reiki Drumming to heal and send support to them. Such a sad finding of an adult seal laying on the shoreline yesterday with holes in his side likely causing his fatality. Today, nature provided its serenity to instill a sense of sadness surrounded by its unending beauty. The circle of life occurs and while it did not appear natural, it brings nutrients to the sand.

Did you know seals come to land when injured so they don't drown in the ocean waters? This seal came ashore, either by his own doing or from the ocean waves. I was too late to offer him life saving help as he was already deceased when found. And while I did a report to MARS, it brings a sense of reality to the world in what is important in life and how quickly things can change. For this seal and his colony, a sad change. For humanity in general, we need to do better by marine life.

As I moved down the beach to offer Reiki to the rest of the seals, they popped up and watched me drum for them as Tilly (dog) patiently wandered around the shoreline. Namaste my fur friends in the ocean. Namaste, God bless you all. May you stay safe and be protected from harm.

Sending prayers to the dead seal at Belfry, Nova Scotia

Sending prayers to the dead seal at Belfry, Nova Scotia

Prayers to the Orca Pod and the loss of their Calf

2/8/2018

Sending prayers to this pod of orcas who are in mourning for the death of their baby whale, tragic beyond words, tears overflow. If there is ever any doubt that whales are person like beings, this is only a sign of what they are capable of. Release the dams that bind the fish that feed them. Heartbreaking display of love and compassion for one of their own. God bless them all.

https://www.cbc.ca/radio/asithappens/as-it-happens-tuesday-edition-1.4768344/orcas-now-taking-turns-floating-dead-calf-in-apparent-mourning-ritual-1.4768349

Easter Weekend

31/3/2018

Look around and see the beauty God has given us
A reflection of himself for us to enjoy
Happy Easter!

Maria Lisa Polegatto

Feeling Protected

14/3/2018

Feeling protected as this tree fell over in the storm winds and hung up on a few trees just above my shed that thankfully, was saved :)

Trees hold a lot of water and unfortunately when they get blown over in the wind, the water comes gushing back out.

Luckily this tall spruce tree is resting on some nearby trees that held it up and stopped it from demolishing my shed.

Prayer Humbles My Spirit

2/1/2018

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I pray to you Blessed Lord Jesus
As I fall upon my knees in humble adoration
With Your love that touches my spirit
The kindness of Your soul that overflows
Blessing me with Your love
So sweet and gentle
As Your love for all humanity
Although we deserve it not
You so freely offer to all
Unencumbered, unburdened, unchained
Thank you Blessed Lord Jesus
For Your kindness, compassion and love.

Maria Lisa Polegatto

#When life gets tough

31/8/2017

truth

Early Riser

7/8/2017

poetry spiritual

Waking up early
Poetry flows from my heart
Words come forward
Thoughts lead my feelings higher
As Spirit surrounds me
Humbled with gratitude
Compassion overflows
I am filled with its love.

Maria Lisa Polegatto

Serendipity

15/6/2017

Started my day off on the drive to work thinking about my Mom. On the walk to work I met a delightful man carrying a camera around his neck and papers in his hand. He was going the same way as me and talked about the weather, as Cape Bretoner's often do. He mentioned ice clampers still being in the harbors off coast and how he had lost many friends who used to skip over them. It made me reminisce about Mom telling me when she was young jumping ice clampers in the ocean. She fell in once and something under her foot lifted her back out of the water to safety and then to get changed and warmed up from the cold waters. The man thought that was serendipity at it's best. I do too and also think it was serendipity for that exact moment to met him on the street and have that conversation. Thank you Mom, Angels and Jesus. I love serendipitous moments. :) Maria Lisa Polegatto

In Memory: Marina Claire (Landry) Polegatto - 9 years

10/6/2017

prayers

Nine years too long today since we've sat together and chatted, laughed and truly cared about one another and others. A love like that never ends. Miss you Mom. Big hugs and prayers to the heaven and back.

A Mother's Love

12/5/2017

Mother love

A Mother's love is unending
It's as light as a feather
It shines as bright as the sun
It comes to you even after they're gone
Heaven has a way of reaching out
A favorite song, a coin, a trinket found
Is it a coincidence or a message?
From an Angel
Your Angel
You choose :)

Maria Lisa Polegatto
May 12, 2017

The Gift of Prayer

29/3/2017

prayer

"Prayer is one of the most beautiful gifts you can give someone, without
them even knowing it." Maria Lisa Polegatto

Prayer is Meditation

24/3/2017

prayer

"Prayer is a form of meditation. An allowing of letting yourself go within
to be with Him in peace, in silence, in His unending compassion."
Maria Lisa Polegatto March 15, 2017

I Believe in God

19/3/2017

believe in God

"I believe in God. No one can ever take that from me. No one can
ever change that in me. His truth leads me to the Light."
Maria Lisa Polegatto March 18, 2017

Prayers

28/2/2017

"Prayers really do work :) They just come out a little bit different than you expect sometimes." :) Maria Lisa Polegatto Feb 28, 2017

Wings

21/2/2017

Thank you for the message today. Although the day took a twist, I tried as hard as I could but I just couldn't find my wings to fly away. Just as the day was ending and I was thinking back about wings and flying, it ended up reminding me of my late Grandfather. When he was in hospital, I would go and sit with him, he said I looked like an angel in one of the dresses I wore. When I got home an angel fell over as I passed by it. Miss you too my Grandfather! Maria Lisa Polegatto Feb 21, 2017