Serenity

Serenity

A Poem by Mary
"

it takes a while to heal, eh?

"



We learn that serenity

grows out of forgiveness

of those who have broken us

 

Has serenity no salve

to soothe the blisters of my heart?

asking for a friend…

© 2017 Mary


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Serenity does grow from forgiveness. What messes us up and stops us from being that person is not seeing the times when we have to forgive ourselves, for being taken in, fooled by others or blaming ourselves for what others are really to blame for. Being easier on ourselves would certainly help.
I like the brevity of the piece. It leads us into reflecting on what we can do, not what we can't.


Posted 6 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Mary

6 Years Ago

Lorry, thank you for your kind review. It true that once we forgive the "other," we must then go to.. read more



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This is a truly beautiful poem and I love the image you have posted with it. Well done Mary.

Chris

Posted 4 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Mary

4 Years Ago

Thank you Christine, for your kind review :-)
I love this fleeting piece! I believe poetry in some particular cases captures its direction from what isn't said. Again even your unwritten words are eloquent. Another well woven blanket of passion for the craft of writing, my dear friend.

Posted 6 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Mary

6 Years Ago

Thank you, John, for your kind review!
One of life's great ironies is that we are too young & foolish & stubborn to finally let go & let serenity into our lives until we're way beyond the years when it might've been quite useful to us! Your thoughts are much admired & true. Not sure how to interpret the last line, tho. (((HUGS))) Fondly, Margie

Posted 6 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Mary

6 Years Ago

Thank you, Margie for your insightful comments. You know when someone asks a question for him/her s.. read more
barleygirl

6 Years Ago

Thank you for explaining!
Serenity does grow from forgiveness. What messes us up and stops us from being that person is not seeing the times when we have to forgive ourselves, for being taken in, fooled by others or blaming ourselves for what others are really to blame for. Being easier on ourselves would certainly help.
I like the brevity of the piece. It leads us into reflecting on what we can do, not what we can't.


Posted 6 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Mary

6 Years Ago

Lorry, thank you for your kind review. It true that once we forgive the "other," we must then go to.. read more
Sounds like where I'm at at this moment. Great work!

Posted 6 Years Ago


Mary

6 Years Ago

thank you, Matt. I used to think that forgiving someone would result in emotional healing. But I l.. read more
Levi Levin

6 Years Ago

Very true indeed!
It is said that if you forgive, you can find serenity. There are times, though, that it is very difficult to forget...to get beyond the emotional pain. "Blisters of the heart" are difficult to heal. Short, but with much meaning and easy to relate with. I liked it. Lydi**

Posted 6 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Mary

6 Years Ago

thank you, Lydia, for your kind review. It's so true that it takes time for the open wounds of the .. read more
The poem said enough. You are right dear Mary. We must know forgiveness to heal. Thank you for sharing the amazing poetry.
Coyote

Posted 6 Years Ago


P.S. I'll be your friend, Mary.

Posted 6 Years Ago


I love this because it's short but SO meaningful.
Steppenwolf

Posted 6 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Mary

6 Years Ago

thanks, Steppenwolf, even after we choose to forgive healing often takes time
steppenwolf

6 Years Ago

The heart and mind aren't always connected, are they? Mary knew all about that.
I think Forgiveness is the best we can do, more for ourselves so that we can have closure after someone hurts us. After that’s done, I find I have to bury the hurt in my heart where it does leave scars- no salve, I’m afraid. Love your beautiful and thought- provoking poem. Happy, Healthy. Hopeful New Year wished to you and yours Mary!

Posted 6 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Mary

6 Years Ago

Thank you, Annette. Honestly I was really surprised that the healing part was not immediate. Well .. read more

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I am total geek, optimist, hopeless romantic child of God. I love poetry! I was a high school science teacher for many years, but at the present time I work as a math tutor at a local community coll.. more..

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