Time stands still; we wait
the noise of speculation stark contrast
to the reality that confronts us
Where do we go from here
and what authority to trust
and in this imposed solitude
can we find the strength
of reflection, the courage
to follow an inner lead?
(Time for Reflection and Courage first appeared on One Woman’s Quest, April 2020. Image my own)
Time stands still;
we wait.
The noise of speculation
stark contrast to the reality
that confronts us…
Where do we go from here,
and what authority to trust
and in this imposed solitude
can we find the strength
of reflection, the courage
to follow an inner lead?
(This poem first appeared on One Woman’s Quest II, in April, 2020. Image my own.)
How bright is the soul
that dares to stand alone,
who gives voice to injustice,
who is willing to sacrifice
self for a higher purpose…
What song might we sing
if such a spirit moved us?
Society moves en masse,
flowing with the tides,
propelled by a shared
consciousness.
Destination unknown;
purpose undetermined.
We take flight, cling
to wings of promise,
ignore the stench
of destruction.
Reaching for the sky;
barely hanging on.
We land, school together
tell tales of adventure
document progress
avoid reality
proponents of diversity;
shunning differences
All among us has a story
shies from speaking aloud
fears castigation
deflects
fearlessly outspoken:
scapegoating sins.
Daring to speak a truth,
I falter, watch as the
crowd retreats in
shunning silence.
Destination unknown,
purpose undetermined.
One Woman's Quest 