The author reflects on the significance of Good Friday, intertwining personal memories and Catholic traditions with appreciation for nature’s beauty. Despite a busy life and work commitments, Colleen expresses gratitude for spiritual blessings and the impact of faith. The piece closes with well wishes for Easter and acknowledgment of diverse celebrations.
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Starlit Souls
The post reflects on the emotional experience of a concert attended by the author, emphasizing the memories associated with seeing Paul McCartney live. Amidst a busy week preparing for Christmas and a trip with family, the author expresses feelings of being overwhelmed but aims to embrace imperfection and find peace amidst the chaos.
Saturday Rain
The narrative expresses Colleen’s feelings on a rainy Saturday, reflecting a mix of melancholy and nostalgia. She talks about weather, upcoming birthdays, and missing her father. Despite the gloom, she finds solace in conversations with her lifelong friend and dreams of future vacations, longing for brighter days ahead.
Lifeboat
In the midst of life’s storms, a metaphorical lifeboat offers refuge and safety. The poem depicts vulnerability, resilience, and the essential support of a steady presence amid chaos, reminding us of hope and connection during challenging times.
Need to Write
The writer expresses an urgent need to write, comparing thoughts to refracted light and emphasizing the struggle with creativity amidst a winter backdrop. Alongside, personal anecdotes unfold, detailing a recent experience with a sick cat, Bobby, and the challenges of reintroducing him to Rudy post-vet visit, juxtaposing art with daily life.
Secret Places of My Soul
The poem “Secret Places of My Soul” by Colleen Keller Breuning reflects on overcoming trauma and finding hope within oneself. The author emphasizes the healing process from deep within, embracing resilience and the ability to change. Despite the challenging January, the author looks forward to “undecorating” and wishes everyone a beautiful weekend.
Lost At Sea
The author shares a reflective poem, inspired by Dylan Thomas, about feeling lost and confronting mortality, amplified by the absence of their father during the holiday season. They express sadness over other familial losses in recent years, but shares preparation for a joyous Christmas, offering balance to the melancholy sentiment. Current weekend plans are shared, including home-cooked meals, outdoor decorating, and running outdoors.
In the Mountains
In the Mountains There is a calm before the stormBeyond the place where black winds form.Miles away from cacophony,Where the soul finds serenity. Breathe in the pristine country air,Observe the beauty everywhere.Blue skies stretch for infinityWhere the soul finds serenity. Here in the mountains I shall stayAs the winter sun fades away.Resting here for eternity,WhereContinue reading “In the Mountains”
Perfectly Flawed
Perfectly Flawed Paper thinpale porcelain skinaching bones upon the wake. Sullen dawna hole in the cloudsand I’m thinking I might break. Dark sky burstsrain pelting, meltingglacial heart that never thawed. Fragile soulbleeding wounds that healedand I am perfectly flawed. Colleen Keller Breuning © 2022 July 30, 2022
My Christmas Spirit
My Christmas Spirit Tender hearts swell with gratitude,The season casts its festive mood.Twilight twirls in fresh fallen snowAs Christmas lights twinkle and glow. Cardinals cavort in branches bare,Winter sun fades in crimson flair.Your spirit calls when cold winds blowAs Christmas lights twinkle and glow. Memories of you warm my soul,Your absence left a gaping hole.TearsContinue reading “My Christmas Spirit”
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