The poem “Broken Crystal” reflects deep emotional turmoil, portraying a feeling of despair and isolation through vivid imagery, including broken glass symbolizing loss. The author, Colleen Keller Breuning, shares her personal connection to the poem and its inspiration from a Radiohead song while contrasting it with her current happy family life.
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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.
Colleen Keller Breuning 