Deciding to Shine: A Poem of Quiet Contemplation
Hello! Thank you for sharing in my poetry today. Recent events and emotions have brought about this recent poem. I feel that whatever is happening in my life, I need to have some sort of inspiration around. Something expressing joy and thankfulness, something uplifting. Using quotes, poems, and books, I have periods (like now!) where I need a boost more than others. Reading my favorite authors and writing has become my way to reflect and gain a sense of peace and perspective. I have been so busy lately with everything but writing and when I finally did get a chance to sit down, it was like..... YES! But then, so many emotions welled up and tried to come out that I felt frozen. So, in order to still my thoughts and feelings I focused on one concept. My poem is about that topic. What do you think my topic is? Shine What does it mean to shine? I think it means to radiate, sparkle embrace and express the divine within yourself. To cast a l