As the new year begins, people set resolutions and initiate a race against time. The poem reflects on the relentless nature of time and the struggle to organize goals and plans. Despite the challenges, the determination to achieve these goals is evident in the poem's portrayal of the writer's race against time.
The poem reflects on spending Christmas away from family, embracing the situation, and finding joy in simple moments. It describes attending church, spending time with loved ones, and reflecting on the past year. Despite the distance, there's a sense of hope for reuniting in the future. The poem captures the spirit of making the best of the holiday season apart from family.
The poem reflects on the complexities of Christmas Day, acknowledging the challenges and joys of family gatherings. From distant relatives to aging parents, the day symbolizes both unity and potential loss. Despite the potential for messiness and disappointments, the tradition of togetherness remains a cherished and unique experience for each family.
This poem portrays the moment when Mary received the angel's message about her pregnancy. It reflects on Mary's reaction to this life-changing news and emphasizes the fulfillment of God's prophecy. The series follows the Christmas story from start to finish, providing insightful perspectives on various characters.
The content highlights the prophecy in Isaiah 9:1-7, made by the prophet Isaiah around 700 years before the birth of Jesus Christ. It outlines the significance of the prophecy, emphasizing the fulfillment of events in the New Testament. Additionally, it touches on the privilege of having access to the Bible and the anticipation of the Saviour's arrival.
This poem explores the lives of four women mentioned in the genealogy of Jesus, each with troubled stories. It highlights how God chose these seemingly unfit ancestors to shame the world's idea of wisdom and strength. The poem celebrates God's mercy, grace, and future king. The summary covers the poem's context and significance in portraying ancient women's stories.
The verse captures the enchanting nature of love, likening it to a mesmerizing web that ensnares individuals with its allure. It emphasizes the duality of love, both the excitement and the challenges of embarking on a new romance. Love's threads shining in the light of attraction highlights the magnetic pull it has on people, drawing them closer. The idea that once one engages with this web of love, they become entangled in its irresistible grasp, making it an enticing yet complex experience.
The poem "Wilted No More" begins a series that explores Grace's journey through various stages of adulthood, including love, marriage, and motherhood—experiences she has yet to encounter. It serves as a sequel to "The Wilted Rose." Despite her mother’s struggles with mental illness, Grace seeks a brighter future, distancing herself from her strict upbringing. The poem uses the rose as a metaphor for life’s beauty and pain, illustrating resilience amid hardships. Both the rose and Grace endure challenges but find strength and purpose in their existence, accepting nature's elements to flourish and thrive despite being vulnerable.
The poet reflects on the concept of aloneness, initially believed to be understood until experienced. Confronted with isolation, feelings of loneliness and longing for community arose in her. Through this challenge, she discovered appreciation for solitude and the value of connections with family and friends.
The poem draws a parallel between a shy individual and Van Gogh's painting 'Sunflowers.' Being a wallflower signifies being reserved, but it doesn't diminish one's vibrancy or ability to inspire. While typically overlooked, wallflowers, like sunflowers, can evoke joy and curiosity. The poet expresses pride in embracing this identity, seeking to inspire others quietly. The poem reflects on how quiet presence can also be powerful, conveying creativity and gaining respect through a silent yet colorful existence.
Comparing cancer to sailing through a wild storm, sitting still with no wind, harnessing the wind in the sails to move toward your destination.
The poem showcases various women from biblical stories, each with a unique narrative of faith, resilience, and redemption. From Eve and Rahab to Mary and Martha, these women exhibit strength and courage in their diverse experiences, illustrating the enduring power of faith and devotion in the face of hardship and societal scorn.
This poem is based on Psalm 45, symbolizes the arrival of the promised bridegroom, Christ, triumphantly to claim his faithful bride, the Christian church, marking the beginning of a joyous wedding feast.
The poem reflects on the qualities and characteristics of friendship, emphasizing mutual enhancement, communication, support, and vulnerability. It highlights the importance of sharing values, beliefs, and life experiences with a close friend. The poem reflects on the value of authentic and uplifting connections in our lives.
This poem tells of the poet's emotional journey as a mother when her daughters moved to live overseas. She reflects on the precious moments with her daughters as young girls and long to be physically close to them, despite the distance. The poem captures her deep love and longing for her daughters while acknowledging the reality of their separation. She hopes they will reunite one day. The poem emphasizes the enduring power of love and care. This heartfelt poem speaks of the universal experience of parental love and the challenges of letting go.
This poem offers a positive perspective on waiting. It illustrates different facets of waiting by highlighting peaceful acceptance and excitement in finding calm and fresh determination while waiting for life's events to unfold. It conveys hope through reflections on nature and personal connections. The poet invites you to embrace anticipation as a joyful, dynamic experience, steering clear of sadness, anxiety, or impatience.
After overcoming spinal surgery and radiation for cancer, the poet is grateful to be able to resume writing and sharing poetry. Amidst struggles with nausea, pain, and fatigue, she emphasizes patience and perseverance. While her computer silently awaited her return, she focused on assessing her purpose with patience and resilience. Listen to the poem "Climbing Back to Normal" on my website.
During the poet's cancer radiation treatment, she underwent daily hospital visits for radiation targeting cancer cells in her spine. Living with her daughter, she relied on her for care and transportation. Despite physical challenges, she maintained a positive mindset through exercise, reading, and learning from inspirational stories of other people who have overcome illness and trauma throughout their lives. This poem reflects on her determination and gratitude for small progressions during this difficult time in her life.
This poem describes the poet's post-surgery experience and emotional turmoil. Discharged with medication and crutches, she found comfort in a treehouse retreat and sharing time with her daughter who took care of her. She struggled to accept the restrictions of movement the surgery has left her with. Her focus shifts to healing and recuperating, emphasizing the need for patience and endurance.
This poem portrays the profound impact of illness and surgery on her life, including the challenges of pain management, cognitive changes, and strained relationships. Despite the hardships, the unwavering support of loved ones played a crucial role in her recovery journey. The poem conveys the resilience and power of companionship during adversity.
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