The Shadow in Me

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Sometimes, we catch a glimpse.

Of beauty.

Of life.

Our gazes wander and search.

For our fascinations.

For our dreams.

Maybe today, we catch our shadow.

Of who we are.

Of who we might be.

Our regal colors of intensity.

For our quest.

For our inspiration.

Maybe, we get lost.

We lose our way.

We lose our sight.

Our plans of peace, a shadow in our hearts.

Of what we want.

Of what we deserve.

But sometimes, our shadows emerge.

Our glimpses become clear.

Our hearts rejoice in the pureness of another day.

In all our glory.

In all our differences.

In every detail.

In every moment.

This poem is dedicated to my friend, and my mother-in-law, Sue Kelcey who has emerged from a brain aneurysm and stroke to tell the entire family and hospital floor how much she loves them. How special they are and to thank them for taking care of her since the end of September. Her heart filled with beautiful intention of getting home.

When I wonder why I am blogging, and what is it all for…..I think of her life journey. A journey that gives me inspiration to do what I do (and stop complaining already!).

I think of the pain she has been through. The struggle of physical therapy and her desire to hold hands with her family to celebrate life. Every memory, of every touch, and every touch, of every day; what kept her pushing through it all. I think of the moment this Sunday, when she hugged her granddaughters to her chest for the first time in months. Heaving sobs of gratefulness into their silky hair and squeezing them close with her one working arm. Every moment, every detail. It was beautiful. Hold on. You never know when your last day is here. Cherish the ones you have.

Encourage love. Encourage acceptance. Speak your heart. Live your dreams. Believe. The shadows are nothing but fear.

What inspires you?
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Photos from the Butterfly Conservatory at the State Fair of Texas.

35 thoughts on “The Shadow in Me”

  7. As I rejoiced along with this beautiful tribute–the lovely poem and pretty pictures, all dedicated to your mother-in-law, I couldn’t help but be reminded of how important our parents and grandparents are: our elders. Their lives and examples can have a profound impact on the direction our own take. Thanks for sharing this.

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  27. absolutely perfect. brought a tear to my eye, but in that wow what an awesome train of thought to get to be a part of… and what an brave and loving woman you are so lucky to have in your life.

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  32. It isn’t an original comment, but it bears repeating: BEAUTIFUL! Thoughts and prayers going out to your mother-in-law during her recovery, and special wishes for a wonderful holiday season to all of you! Your posts and your spirit are so inspirational.

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