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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Love Among the Sunflowers
The post reflects on the beauty of love through a heartfelt poem inspired by sunflowers, symbolizing joy and warmth. The author, Colleen, shares excitement for celebrating her grandson’s first birthday and her son’s milestone, highlighting cherished family moments. She expresses gratitude for her enduring relationship with Dan amidst joyful memories.
Land of the Free
The piece reflects on nostalgic July 4th celebrations experienced by the author during childhood in Maryland, emphasizing the joy of fireworks and family gatherings. Currently, the author enjoys watching fireworks from their backyard and shares plans to visit family in Pennsylvania, highlighting love and connection during the holiday.
Wild Jungle Burn
The post reflects on the chaos of life, filled with personal struggles and stressors, yet conveys a hopeful message of resilience and dreams. Celebrating a milestone birthday, Colleen shares highlights from her day off, including family reunions and relaxation, while remaining committed to health and wellness despite life’s challenges.
Shiny Gold Coin
Colleen Keller Breuning reflects on life’s journey, emphasizing that luck does not solely dictate destiny. Her relationship with Dan emerged during her darkest moments, providing love and trust that transformed her life. This bond has grown stronger through challenges, symbolizing a “shiny gold coin” she cherishes forever.
Welcome Home, Angel
The poet reflects on the tragic death of a high school friend, emphasizing the sorrow and loss experienced in their community. As more classmates pass, the writer encourages cherishing life and memories. The poem, inspired by personal loss, highlights the fleeting nature of existence and the enduring power of love and remembrance.
Fandango
The post beautifully blends a whimsical poem about love with a personal reflection on overcoming a busy January. The author, Colleen, expresses relief at entering February and shares a day of self-care, shopping, and cooking, emphasizing the importance of grace and relaxation while acknowledging the pressures of time management.
Be the Light
In her post, Colleen Keller Breuning reflects on the New Year and sets a positive intention to “be the light” in her life. Through a Kyrielle Sonnet, she emphasizes the importance of seeing goodness and possibilities, encouraging others to focus on light, laughter, and love, rather than negativity.
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.
Light Fading
Light Fading Twilight is falling,autumn breeze blowing.Past the honeysuckle bushes,my tired feet are slowing. My breath comes in gaspsunder periwinkle skies.Can you see the light fadingwhen you look into my eyes? Is this how it will gowhen we get to the end?Will you take one last glimpseand let my spirit ascend? Will you hold meContinue reading “Light Fading”
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