Darkness. Confusion. Chains.
Freedom still far away from me.
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I watch my daughter in her ninth year.
Light. Clarity. Dancing boldly.
The cycle broken. Freedom is here.
Year - a calendar year specified usually by a number
Katarina's age has been staring me in the face since her birthday in August. When I think of it in light of my childhood, the differences are astounding and beautiful.
I think about this often. Seeing the stark contrast between my childhood and my sons' often brings me into a place of immeasurable gratefulness! Thank God for broken cycles. ♥
ReplyDeleteYes. God is good. I'm so grateful for those broken cycles.
DeleteI will never cease to be amazed at your bravery and strength. Katarina is so very blessed to have you as her mom. She's growing into a remarkable young person because of you.
ReplyDeleteThank you Tia. That means so much to me.
DeleteThe cycle is broken.. Perfect. Great post!
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I love the contrast between the two stanzas. Lovely poem.
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DeleteI can only imagine how powerful that must be. Well done.
ReplyDeleteIt is one of the most powerful things I have ever experienced.
DeleteGood one. I like the way you said it.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Ruby!
DeleteI am proud of you for raising a happy daughter and for breaking that cycle. What a gift you have in your daughter (and she's lucky too).
ReplyDeleteThank you Rach. I'm very blessed to have her!
DeleteThe contrast between the two is stunning. Beautiful poem - and I'm glad she lives in the light...that's how childhood should be :)
ReplyDeleteThat is exactly how childhood should be. Thank you.
DeleteWow, that said a lot in 33 words!
ReplyDeleteSometimes the big things have really simple truths.
DeleteI love the contrast! ^__^ Great piece!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Draug!
DeleteVery beautiful. Love the way you framed this piece.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Kelly. It flowed really natural and easy for me. One of those clarity moments in the space between awake and asleep.
DeleteGood contrasts expressed with simplicity. (RogRites)
ReplyDeleteCrazy how just a few words can create such a powerful write.
ReplyDeleteI'm learning that sometimes the it is great to get the extra words out of the way, and let the simple truth speak for itself.
DeleteI think the connection between emotions is as strong as the contrast. This was a heck of a piece.
ReplyDeleteThis is so lovely, Tracie. A powerful expression of a mother's love--for herself and her child.
ReplyDeleteSo much emotion, so authentic. Thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteI am not usually very good at predicting which stories or poems will be chosen as the challenge winners but, in my humble opinion, this is my favourite piece I've read since stumbling upon Trifecta a couple of months ago.
ReplyDeleteYour bravery in sharing your story helps shine a light on something that remains one of life's darkest secrets. By shouting out, your are svaing untold numbers of children from a similar fate. You are to be commended for your excellent writing but, more importantly, for for steely heart and Giant-like courage.
Thank you for facing your adversity ina positive way. So sorry for what you endured. So happy your daughter is safe and loved.
I don't understand how adults can harm children. I surely don't.
Cheers for broken cycles. sandie
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