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Somewhere in the Storm

An original poem about gratefulness and quelling the inner storm. Look to what you have and not what you don't.

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Somewhere in the Storm

This week has been a little tough for me, and I don't want to get too personal as to why. I honestly struggled a bit to write something worthwhile for my readers to enjoy or think about. However, I guess I'll go back to my old tactic when in doubt: speaking solely on the present emotions. I've always done this in writings past, no doubt, but today, it feels a bit more raw. I've taken time alone to feel and move forward. I hope that, for another person out there, this writing piece means anything at all to them. The time we are in is weird and overwhelming, but in my spirit, I know we'll get through. Thank you for everyone's continuous support. I am with you for strength.



The wind was unkind, as it swirled

Cold and unfavorable wisps in my mind

Assuredness changed into worry and

Turned hot in the storm

Ever-present anxiety loomed in the air

Transfixed on transforming into despair

Who am I in a time when I felt

Sure and at peace?

In the beginning, there was an idea

Of being and transitioning safely into

Goals or dreams and remaining steady

Somewhere, along the way, those ideals

Softened and ran thin, like paint

When left out in the rain

There was no reason this was happening

Other than to protect myself

But, stress can be the very weapon we use against ourselves

Not even realizing we hurt more

Odd and weird the present is

Surely there are others who feel the same

Powering down, disconnecting, and quiet

What a powerful combination if I've ever seen!

Alone and tranquil, the images of what I have

How things could be worst

Thinking of others who have no other options

In seemingly dark times, gratefulness is like milk to the young

It nourishes and reminds

It strengthens us and humbles us

My mother said those very words,

'It could be worst.'

She was right

Eyes turned toward the floor,

I looked to the sky once more

Kept a mental note of what I was grateful for

And let the storm pass once again

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