The piece reflects on themes of struggle and resilience, contrasting moments of sadness with hope and joy. Personal anecdotes highlight a family cookout, anticipation for a baby’s arrival, and plans for a late Christmas. It also promotes a writing challenge, encouraging creativity and connection among participants.
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Concrete Mind
The post explores the metaphor of a “Concrete Mind,” illustrating how thoughts and emotions swirl like cement in a mixer. The author reflects on anxiety and joy, likening them to weather changes. Personal anecdotes about a son’s fascination with cement mixers highlight the therapeutic nature of writing, ultimately encouraging mindfulness and peace.
Circus Mind
The poem “Circus Mind” reflects themes of perseverance and overcoming life’s challenges, emphasizing resilience and self-discovery. The author shares her daily practice of reciting The Serenity Prayer, which provides guidance during tough times. This prayer helps her find peace and reinforces the importance of focusing on what one can change.
A Thousand Dreams
The poem “A Thousand Dreams” reflects on feelings of isolation and anxiety in the digital age. The speaker grapples with identity while hoping to turn dreams into reality. Inspired by Arthur Rimbaud, the poem emphasizes a journey from darkness to light, urging a release from the past. Colleen shares insights about Rimbaud’s life, her weekend reflections, and the beauty around her.
Cutty Sark On Ice
The post reflects on the emotional turmoil caused by recent hurricanes in Florida, highlighting feelings of helplessness and anxiety from a distance. The author, a longtime Florida resident, empathizes with those affected. They express hope for healing and commend community efforts in recovery while reminiscing about their own storm experiences.
Melancholy Moon
The poem “Melancholy Moon” is a tribute to enduring friendship, love, and resilience. The author was inspired by Roxette lyrics and a song’s strict composition. The poem reflects on growing old, the burden of memories, and the hope for renewal. It incorporates the theme of the law of opportunity costs and includes specific Roxette lyrics as bonuses. The author also shares personal updates and expresses excitement for the upcoming autumn.
Shades of Blue and Black
The poem “Shades of Blue and Black” reflects on emotional healing and the impact of trauma, expressed through the imagery of moonlit skies and painful memories. The author shares her personal struggles, resilience, and gratitude for support. The piece was inspired by Writer’s Choice Week and incorporates themes of PTSD and the healing power of writing and music.
Chase Away the Blues
The poem “Chase Away the Blues” expresses the author’s struggle with feeling down and the rejuvenation found through running. Despite exhaustion from guests, she cherished time with her grandchildren. Her dedication to running and the joy of their visit leave her feeling blessed and grateful. This personal reflection portrays the uplifting power of exercise and family.
The Awakening
The Awakening Clouds fill the periwinkle skieswith power, corruption and lies.A darkness overtakes the sun…the awakening has begun. Time to stop this insanityof war, hate and hostility.Agenda with a loaded gun…the awakening has begun. We can start all over again,mend broken wings and ease the pain.Let’s heal the damage that was done…the awakening has begun.Continue reading “The Awakening”
Lone Jonquil
The poem “Lone Jonquil” reflects on facing fears and moving forward. The author, Colleen, discusses the challenges of the past week and finding inspiration in nature. Despite difficulties, she encourages embracing positive moments in each season. The poem poignantly captures the theme of overcoming fears and finding beauty in life’s changes.
Colleen Keller Breuning 