The post reflects on personal awakening and self-discovery, inspired by Carl Jung’s quote about introspection. It emphasizes the importance of looking inward to enact life changes, despite external circumstances like unfavorable weather. The author finds solace in resting while navigating life’s storms, encouraging others to move forward daily with gratitude.
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Sailing
The piece describes a vivid sailing experience, contrasting the beauty of ocean life with the threat of an impending storm. It transitions into a reflective Memorial Day message, urging remembrance of those who served the country. The writer expresses fascination with sailing while admitting a preference for land activities, planning a relaxing weekend.
Wing and a Prayer
This week, Colleen reflects on challenges faced during January while balancing work and self-care, incorporating personal poetry and the phrase “two wrongs don’t make a right.”
Autumn in Bloom
The content reflects on the transition from summer to autumn, capturing the beauty of changing leaves and the joy of the season. It also recounts a visit to the Bluemont Fair, emphasizing the warm weather and excitement for fall activities. The author expresses anticipation for cooler weather and new photographic experiences.
Scorpion Sting
The poem “Scorpion Sting” reflects on the search for truth and strength amidst chaos. The author explores a terrifying encounter with a scorpion, emphasizing the lasting impact it had. Despite the ordeal, the narrative ends with a humorous anecdote, expressing a sense of resilience. The piece captures the theme of overcoming adversity and finding courage.
Ode to a Trucker
The poem “Ode to a Trucker” reflects on the open road and the challenges of long journeys. The author also shares personal updates and reflections on their hectic work schedule. The piece pays homage to truckers and relates the theme of being stuck to the struggles of daily life.
Blessed
Blessed the hive is buzzingwafting with delicious scentshoney and spices days of preparingto gather at the tablewith dear family laughter and musicturkey, stuffing, all the sidescandlelight dining sun fades to twilightand the pull of home is strongquiet peace descends sipping cabernetcuddling by the fire with catsknowing we are blessed Colleen Keller Breuning © 2023November 24,Continue reading “Blessed”
Pour Toujours
Pour Toujours I dream of Parisclimbing the Eiffel towerpanoramic views On Champs-Élyséesthe smell of fresh baked croissantsinfusing senses sipping espressoon red bamboo café chairschocolat kisses ambient muzakechoes in Le Louvre tunnelsbeneath city streets vendors hawking goodschasing pigeons in the squareof the Montmartre hills cold marble statuesdeny their stark historiesas rain falls softly oh, City ofContinue reading “Pour Toujours”
Falter and Fall
Falter and Fall Strange how I falterwhen I rise with the robinsthat dark sense of dread I feel lost, forlornas if something is missinglike my lone gray sock Strange how my heart beatstrapped moth against the porchlightpanic grips my throat I take a deep breathand lace up my running shoessearching for calmness Strange how IContinue reading “Falter and Fall”
The Beacon
The Beacon She is the beaconguiding in the storms of lifeunwavering light. She raised her childrenwith unconditional lovealways supportive. She nursed all our illscold ginger ale and crackersloving caregiver. She exudes wisdomalways speaking her true mindshining her bright light. She radiates strengthmy divine inspirationmy kind role model. She is my motherher home is also myContinue reading “The Beacon”
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