tracing backward
to a time unknown
by those in the present day
they dig to corroborate
their best guess
of the artifacts and surroundings
much will remain shrouded in mystery
leaving us to continually rewrite the timeline
when new and exciting discoveries arise
Inspired by Reena’s Xploration Challenge #319
& Moonwashed Weekly Prompt – Bliss
next to each other
though different, every shade
acceptance and bliss
Redux
The value of the past eludes us.
The same mistakes on repeat.
Reflection would serve us well.
Empathy would too.
Oh, realize the worth of our tragic and harsh history!
Please only go forward, not back.
I worry for my children and future generations.
Sobbing, losing hope with each act of terror.
As I watch this world becoming one of hate and destruction,
I feel defeated.
Filled with sadness,
I still love.
But is it enough?
Originally published October 30, 2018, on I Write Her.
I could not remember who I was dancing with; the name escaped me. With the rising decibels out of the speakers, trying to ask again would be impossible anyway. Gender Non-confirming was the only thing I remembered as they granted me seven questions they would be willing to answer to get any awkwardness out of the way, plus it eliminated me using some stupid pick-up line right out of the gate. While there’s always a risk to putting yourself out there, tearing down barriers to build connections is essential. Hearts, bodies, and minds always allow us to learn something new.
Inspired by Reena’s Exploration Challenge #268 & Moonwashed Weekly Prompt – Sweetheart
a kaleidoscope of questions
forces discussion of private matters
who can i sleep with
what makes a woman
who may i love
what makes a man
why are bathrooms controversial
can’t everyone just mind their own business
i just want to be able to call you my sweetheart
Redux
With slight revision, originally posted 4/26/2018 on I Write Her.
harmonizing the extremes
by channeling in graceful solutions
the art of negotiation
in a world of bad discourse
it’s a delicate dance
of intelligence and compassion
few possess the skills necessary
yet may all leaders learn those
as our world desperately
requires them now
Redux
Originally posted 4/14/2018 on I Write Her:
In my dreams, I see humankind…
with no discrimination.
treating all living with care and concern.
displaying no violence.
living reasonably and logically.
promoting peace.
In my dreams, is sadly the only place where I can find these qualities consistently.
Inspired by Reena’s Exploration Challenge #208 – A Stolen Identity & Eugenia’s Weekly Prompt – Shadows
lurking below in the shadows
under the peel of my body
realness
is sequestered
in a culture favoring the shallow
a non-wave making personality
us
being perfectly fitting puzzle pieces
molded into a society of sameness
sometimes i am ashamed to possess a stolen identity
it’s hard to make room
for understanding
when the “right” position
is so deeply entrenched
in a firmly held belief
shocking the systems
of reasonable people
empathy takes a back seat
when the “right” position
is belligerently defended
fear of change
lack of compassion
rooted and shackled in tradition
all causing a blind following
of choosing the “right” position
… may they learn how to shift when necessary
every issue has two perspectives
each perspective has reasons for its validity
validity is based on internal beliefs
beliefs are also known as values
values benefit the one
one must always try to remember we’re all connected
… and affected by opposing perspectives
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