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I Am Whole

Posted on July 4, 2011 by Em

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for Mira

In my secret life I am a mother

The baby that once was yet still remains

Needles pin my heart to clouds of hope

As I long to let go

of this dream that haunts me so

I wish to fully know

that I am whole.

Tantilizing whispers scorch my soul now

Baby showers, nursery rhymes, precious skin

Heaven kissed my life once with a shadow

Challenged me to embrace

Somehow without tiny face

Purpose burried in this place

and I am whole.

My tears have found solace in compassion

But grief demands to dig deep barbed roots

Divinely empowered against gripped weeds

I stand on solid ground

My Savior turns me around

I struggle but I’m found

so I am whole.

Ever in my heart I am a mother

Despite the blows of pain and fear and doubt

I fight to dwell in purchased peace and joy

He gently takes my hand

Seeks my faith in what He’s planned

Fills my courage cup to stand

for I am whole.

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Angela on July 4, 2011 at 11:41 pm said:

Wow Emma- thank you so much for sharing that- so amazing to be able to read something and have a glimpse into your heart. God has been so good to you, and I will continue to pray for healing and growth thru your grief. I love you my friend and wish I could give you a hug.

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Promising Poets' Poetry Cafe on July 5, 2011 at 10:08 am said:

such beautiful piece, a joy to read it.

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- Em on July 5, 2011 at 11:18 am said:
  
  Thanks so much!
  
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The Lonely Recluse on July 5, 2011 at 4:52 pm said:

Such beautiful words. The variations of the “I am whole” are very powerful. The saving through Christ aspect reminds me of a piece I wrote – http://lonelyrecluse.wordpress.com/2011/05/25/look-in-the-mirror/ . I pray God will nurture and keep you through this grief, and always.
The Lonely Recluse.

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lazywednesdays on July 6, 2011 at 10:55 pm said:

beautiful poetry… a pleasure to read. thanks!

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bluebell books on July 11, 2011 at 7:35 pm said:

divine sentiments.

check out short story slam week 5 and link it to it, bless your talent.

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mindlovemisery on July 12, 2011 at 2:42 am said:

I love the repeated line, this is absolutely stunning, heartfelt you are an incredible writer

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mish on July 12, 2011 at 6:03 am said:

This is a deep and thought-provoking piece of writing – God bless you !

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Jingle on July 12, 2011 at 10:27 am said:

simply fantastic.

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Em on July 12, 2011 at 12:43 pm said:

I am so humbled and blessed by all of the encouragement! Thank you- to everyone who has taken the time to read and comment on my poem! It has really encouraged me to keep writing. Blessings!

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The Oldstrong on July 14, 2011 at 9:30 am said:

That is a moving piece, very open

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thursday poets rally on July 14, 2011 at 9:48 am said:

Glad to discover your poetry talent via wordpress.com,

Hope to see you join poets rally week 48 today,

Visit me for details, share and make poetic friends, wow.

Blessings,

Have fun!
xoxox

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Becky on August 8, 2011 at 11:28 am said:

This is amazing. My heart resonates with it deeply!

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