The silkiness of their fragile skin
the words they want to say
The confusion in their eyes
my initial pull to walk away
Tender souls full of feelings and dreams
I wonder how much my visit will truly mean
Her stare is dull from the weathered eyes she sees me through
though while showing her pictures of flowers in Spring,
her feelings I suddenly knew
Her look danced from the photo to me, as I felt at that moment
how happy she could be
Her mumble became bit more clear
as her lips they tried to convey
what her heart was feeling
in her own special way
I listened ever so closely for the word she tried to form
knowing deep inside I longed
to quiet her internal storm
Praying for ease so she wouldn't have to say it twice
then overjoyed by the gentle sound
when I heard her whisper "nice"
My belief is now confirmed of the awareness that lies within
as one struggles towards the end of Life.......to simply let someone in
Post Inspiration
This week at work I was blessed to have an experience that both warmed and broke my heart. Words for a blog post bounced around in my head, to capture all I felt. It was heartwarming and uncomfortable, tender and humbling.
Though it brought a tear to my eye, I was reminded of the importance to sometimes put others before our own discomfort......Easing someone else's pain, can allow healing within us too.
4 comments:
That is really beautiful Maria. Your way of conveying thoughts, images, and emotions with the written word is truly a gift. Thank you for sharing it.
God Bless.....
Linda (front desk staff @the Seaside Inn)
See you in August!
That was beautiful...miss my mom very much.
Thank you Linda and Sue for sharing your thoughtful comments. Touching lives feels so good, doesn't it? You have both touched mine.
Just beautiful...the words you've written, the stories you shared with us and your client... clearly made an impression! Words can make such a difference... opening our eyes, ears, and our hearts.
You are truly special!
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