Serenity, From Fall to Freedom


Serenity – From Fall to Freedom

A Ballad of a fearless teenage girl takes on a dare at a dangerous skate park, soaring through the air before a devastating fall changes her life forever. Years later, now a young woman bound to a wheelchair, she finds herself caught between two worlds—the harsh reality of her injury and the limitless expanse of her imagination. As city lights fade into stardust, she drifts into a realm where she can move freely, unburdened by gravity, her spirit untethered. In this cosmic sanctuary, she floats beyond sorrow, releasing the ghosts of her past.

Yet, even in reality, she refuses to be defined by loss. Strengthened by love and resilience, she carves a new path forward proving that true freedom comes not from movement, but from the boundless power of the mind. 
But where will her journey lead?

Lyrics
Note: You can also follow the lyrics by clicking on the CC (closed caption) on the video itself above or on my YouTube Channel)
In the sanctuary of sacred thoughts, once more beyond the flickering line where city lights bleed into starry skies steel birds soar on winds sublime Is it fated or forged by will alone, choral voices sing and sing to her alone Serenity - Serenity in an air of reprieve. reality melts away, where once deceived She floats— adrift in cosmic skies, releasing ghosts swift as they arise To weigh her down - no jaded eyes. a brand new world of stardust smiles Awash in colours names defy. celestial cosmos of limitless sight Will you grant her one more wish eyes closed tight? Sanction fantasy and reality's converge in flight? Serenity - Serenity In an air of reprieve. reality melts away, where once deceived She floats— adrift in cosmic skies, releasing ghosts swift as they arise To weigh her down - no jaded eyes. a brand new world of stardust smiles She floats— adrift in cosmic skies, releasing ghosts swift as they arise To weigh her down - no jaded eyes. a brand new world of stardust smiles Awash in colours names defy. celestial cosmos of limitless sight Will you grant her one more wish? eyes closed tight? Sanction fantasy and reality's converge in flight? Serenity – Serenity, Serenity, Serenity, Serenity
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Proxenos Avatar
April 5, 2025 at 6:49 AM
Hi Maria, what a touching sentimental poem accompanied by a brilliant video of a young beautiful woman's resilience in the face of true adversity. A true gem in words, imagination, your work as an artist truly ingenious. Hope you received my last two soupmails. Hugs, blessings, Jennifer.
Williams Avatar
April 5, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Hi Jennifer, thanks so much for the visit ,and so glad you liked my video. I'll have a look at your song today. Yes, I did receive your emails. Life's a bit busy at the moment ,not sure about creating a video just yet,as I'm working on a few at the moment but ill certainly look at least generating your song for the moment. All the best .Hope you're having a lovely weekend...Hugs
Empress Avatar
April 3, 2025 at 4:31 AM
Dear maria, beautiful soul, Just listening to this again as I comment and i must say its very well presented and the lyrics too is so well written and i love the cosmic nature of your imagery and how dreamy it is while also it is written on something so soulful and deeply emotive! Sublime rhymes and rhythm to your lyrics! And i love the melody and video too! And i cant help but sing along " serenity serenity" how beautiful! And catchy! One that i would play on repeat too! Pleasure visiting you! Sending you light always
One Avatar
March 30, 2025 at 3:54 AM
It is important when we fall, we do not remain in the ground.. I mean you only drown when you stay in the water.. Right? You are becoming a bit popular with you videos and the song lyrics to this one are very good... All the best dear..
Williams Avatar
March 31, 2025 at 10:13 PM
Dear S1, thanks for the visit, I appreciate it as I know how busy you've been. Well as they say the ocean doesnt ask, you either flow with it, learn to swim, some choose to sink… and some just float, waiting to decide. Yes, I'm getting better at the music genre I feel...Hugs
George Avatar
March 26, 2025 at 4:54 AM
From fall to freedom is the great saga of a girl who rises from the pitfalls of defeat to indefatigable resilience. Like a phoenix she rises from the ashes and frees herself from dark despair and leaps to the radiant light of immense possibilities. This will inspire many to rise above their own limitations and fly high into the limitless expanse. The two wings that have sprouted on either side of the body will take her to boundless distances. Only her body is tethered, her mind and soul are free to travel anywhere and to any length. Lovely lyrics! Wonderful video. Altogether an inspiring show of resilience. No words are enough to congratulate you, dear Maria.
Williams Avatar
March 26, 2025 at 5:22 AM
Thank you Valsa for your excellent summation of the video. My deepest appreciation. Only one correction, the wings which are metal spring from her wheel chair. i had a lot of difficulty making it do that. Hugs Maria
Buhagiar Avatar
March 26, 2025 at 2:06 AM
Oh this is so beautiful. A great fantasy. Great lyrics, great dance great visual. One of your best. Well done dear Maria and Ron. A fav.
Williams Avatar
March 26, 2025 at 3:23 AM
Thank you so much for your glowing comments both here and on YouTube - i'm very appreciative and thankful. thanks for the FAV and Ron thanks you too - Hugs Maria
Rodgers Avatar
March 25, 2025 at 9:42 AM
Dear Maria, What a stunning journey you’ve crafted! I just love the way you tell the story of this fearless teenage girl transformed by an accident is so inspiring. Your ability to portray the struggle between two worlds and the physical limitations and the limitless expanse of the mind is a testament to your talent. Incredibly uplifting. I’m so proud of you and can’t wait to see where your poetic/video journey leads next. Spring Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel
Williams Avatar
March 25, 2025 at 10:30 PM
Thank you my Dear Daniel for visit and summation. It's exactly as I visualised it It's so rewarding. Hugs Maria
Cunningham Avatar
March 24, 2025 at 12:59 PM
An unexpected event can change our lives forever, everyday tasks can become a real challenge but we should never give up. Hats off to yourself and Ron on your amazing video. Tom
Williams Avatar
March 24, 2025 at 11:26 PM
Thank you Tom from Ron and me. I agree one should never give up. Hugs Maria
Goldsmith Avatar
March 24, 2025 at 10:29 AM
WOW!!! I enjoyed reading your powerful yet wonderful write. Your pen was working overtime on this one. Have a blessed spring day writing away.........
Williams Avatar
March 24, 2025 at 11:28 PM
So glad you enjoyed it Paula. I trust you found the video and music just as entertaining with a hidden meaning. Blessings Maria
Tor Avatar
March 24, 2025 at 5:40 AM
Dear Maria such a lovely theme of a tragedy that is only released by an endless imagination of freedom dancing in the clouds and running creating a reality in her mind to enjoy the freedom she once knew. I think and wonder how many in real life escape through their thoughts breaking the chains of grief and pain they feel unable to have the freedom to walk again. Your creative thoughts allow this young lady to let her imagination bring her to celestial heights where she can enjoy her passion of walking, and
Tor Avatar
March 24, 2025 at 6:09 AM
Ron's special effects added to the superior quality of this video. He is so talented and he never wants any credit for adding to the video the fine ingredients that make a video great. Your team effort is much appreciated by all who enjoy your combined talents in creating this cinematic marvel. Outstanding work by both of you and I sincerely mean what I am saying...
Williams Avatar
March 24, 2025 at 5:55 AM
Thank you even more Michael, so glad Judy also resonated with it. I must confess, it was a bit tricky putting the abstracts together, and Ron putting the special effects made it seamless. Thank you for Faveing it Hugs Maria
Tor Avatar
March 24, 2025 at 5:49 AM
overcoming the reality she wishes not to live in. The story line was marvelously created by you and it allows the viewer to experience with her, her joy in flying, dancing, moving, to lovely sounds you have selected and put together. The whole experience from the viewer is surreal. The change in music, and return to the original score of music was a great idea and added more enjoyment to this wonderful story. Your selection of the model was a perfect choice she is so lovely. The music coordinating with her movements were spot on. Just a Marvelous piece of work. A definite favorite. Much applause to you for this cinematic achievement. Hugs to you from Judy and I to you and Ron... Congratulations on this amazing video...
Williams Avatar
March 24, 2025 at 5:46 AM
Thank you Michael not only for your comment but for being the first to comment. You have such a great way with looking into the positive and with framing the words around it. So glad you liked it This Ballad is meant to give people the hope and resiliance in the face of adversity. Hugs Maria
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