Friday, May 05, 2006

Poetic Justice Creative Writing Contest


New Life

I heard his words in my head,
sounding very far away.
How could he say these words
to me, he must be confused.
I am not dying, I am not done.

His words did not hold my life
hostage, I did not curse my God.
I was given a new life that filled
my soul with compassion. My
courage held by the hand of God.

Love flowed into my life leaving
me full, knowing I would never
be alone on this constant journey.
I will learn the secrets of life,
I had always taken for granted.

I am not afraid of dying, but of not
seeking all that life has to offer. I
will not feel cheated when my time
is done. A new life I have been given,
a life that has just begun.

10 comments:

Ann Marie Simard said...

Thanks Tammy! Great! You are in!


Ann Marie

Ann Marie Simard said...

... and, beauty, not done. I know what they say and by what they define us. But - No Way. You keep your faith and you are in this new life.


Hugs

Ann Marie

Flood said...

Good luck, Tammy.

Tabor said...

I think such insight is powerful. May these words give you strength.

emmapeelDallas said...

Beautiful, and beautifully said. I always feel better when I've stopped by your journal. You are always an inspiration.

XO

Judi

WingWoman said...

Nicely done, Tammy! This is so inspirational...I'm rooting for you :-)

Bedazzzled1 said...

Tammy, you are a tremendous source of inspiration to so many people...including me. I recently told a friend to read your blog, because it contains so much hope and wisdom.

I love you.
Nikki

paris parfait said...

Such a beautiful, inspiring poem!

V said...

Wow, Tammy.
This is your best work!
Worthy of the Daily Warrior and has words failing me.
Hugs,
V

Anonymous said...

My brave little warrior.Not to worry babe, together we can seek all life has to offer and we will not leave feeling cheated.Love Dave