Tag: life

The Wisdom of Trees – A Poem

I was diagnosed with relapse and remitting multiple sclerosis twelve years ago today. I’ve been trying to think of what this means to me. Living with a chronic illness on top of a physical disability has not been an easy road, but it’s one… Continue Reading “The Wisdom of Trees – A Poem”

The Deep Terrain – A Poem

I have been trying to find my way through the hills and valleys of myself. It’s been a slow peeling back of the terrain that my body holds so that I can see what it hides underneath. There are veins that run in the… Continue Reading “The Deep Terrain – A Poem”

Dear 2024

Dear 2024, If I had to pick a word to summarize you, that word would be balance. You were full of so many wonders, weren’t you? I did my last round of chemo this year which took a lot out of me but helped… Continue Reading “Dear 2024”

Dragon Scale Stars – A Poem

I need to solve the puzzle of myself. When I look into the mirror, I wonder who placed the pieces of the puzzle that I can see. My face looks as if it’s made from a patchwork quilt. Some of the puzzle pieces are… Continue Reading “Dragon Scale Stars – A Poem”

Held Together – A Poem

* For Karine Word can’t express what you have done for me. Even when we are far apart, you have been this this pillar of strength for me, a shining light that can through the shadows that life brings. Even when time passes between… Continue Reading “Held Together – A Poem”