Inside Parkinson's

Which path do you see, 
Look ahead or behind.
I see a new footpath,
I may travel on.

The new course is drawn.
Someone whispers my name.
Calling so softly, 
Please stroll this way.

There's a lake in the distance,
time to follow a trail.
I dip my toe in the water, 
to see the reveal.

I lift my toe from the pond, 
no lingering here.
Contemplating the future,
wondering what can be.

Feeling comfort and calm,
I sense I'm not alone.  
A spirit walks beside me,
She whispers you are strong.

I've accepted the journey,
with gratitude and grace.
Stepping lightly, gently gliding,
finding my new pace.

There's a light glowing brightly,
footprints imprint the dry land.
The trail blazes brightly, 
Revealing the new stance.

I review the last journey,
the guide nudges me on.
confident, I step forward.
singing a new song.

6 thoughts on “New Path”

1. Cynthia Chibis March 29, 2021 / 9:46 am

   In reading this I’m reminded of the emotional power of poetry.

   Thank you for inviting me to walk with you on your path forward.

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   • Cheryl Wirtley March 29, 2021 / 10:03 am

     I love writing poetry. I expect I’ll do more. Thank you for your comment.

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2. Pat Crawford March 29, 2021 / 10:59 am

   Beautiful, Cheryl! I really enjoyed this post!

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   • Cheryl Wirtley March 29, 2021 / 4:56 pm

     Thank you so much!

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3. Vicki Deken March 29, 2021 / 4:57 pm

   A good message for all of us as we travel on life’s journey. Well done Cheryl.

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4. cbflower March 29, 2021 / 10:36 pm

   Hi Cheryl, this is lovely. It reminds me of some of the threads in “Braiding Sweetgrass.”
   So peaceful.

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