Inspired

Inspired by two young women 

who at less than half my age 

already understand and articulate 

twice as much wisdom and knowledge

of the heart, 

and how we are all connected – 

or not —

to our own pain 

and the pain of others, 

to our goodness 

and the goodness of others, 

to the spirit within 

and to and from and back 

to us. 

Inspired by two young women 

whose words of poetry 

flow like song, 

assuring me, 

and starting somehow 

the continuing process 

of my own healing.

Even at more than twice their age. 

I take still small steps 

and gently peek beyond 

the curtain of my soul, 

once again daring

to look deep 

and connect — with 

God, 

self, 

and others;

allowing my pain to be expressed, 

knowing the peace that comes

with letting go and opening up

to be 

inspired by God.

© Anne Cressin, 2014

Jona Noelle and Flora Lark
"The Fire Tigers"