from the earth
you were birthed
in violent trembles
shock and awe
propelling you out
into a new place
absent the molten
warmth of the
mother’s embrace.
carved through time
into a new thing
called by
ancient stirrings to
return to the
encircling warmth
of love where ash
and sky are one.
Photo credit: Christine Valters Paintner, Abbey of the Arts
Poem credit: Terri Stewart, inspired by Christine's photo
Categories: Poetry spiritual practice
2 comments-
Beth said on April 29, 2009
Terri-As I said on Christine's blog, what a wonderful way to circle 'round...Beautiful--thank you!
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Jingle said on January 30, 2011
love the title,
what a witty and powerful piece.
A++
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