Colors of Brokenness, by Penny Heilman

Colors of Brokenness
Penny Heilman
(Read more about Penny here.)

 

 

 

A fallen leaf before its time

While others flourished green

Torn and taken from the tree

O spinning, spiraling me

 

Why did the others get to stay

While I was called to wither

And take my place here on the dust

Where frightening creatures slither

 

The view was better from up high

So clear and undisturbed

But since I’ve settled to the ground

My vision has been blurred

 

Rays of hope from the sun

Visit on occasion

Revealing shades I’ve never seen

Around my deep abrasion

 

Yet in the shadow of the wound

I cannot remain

The colors of my brokenness

Bring peace into the pain

 

A fallen leaf before its time

Offensive still it seems

Yet being transformed by God’s hand

O changing, colorful me

 

 

© 2012 Penny Heilman

Dandelions, by Penny Heilman

Hey All! I've asked my friend, Penny to share some of her beautiful poetry and photography with us for the next couple weeks. I met Penny through my beloved group, The Write Space which meets as a division of Infused Arts through Living Word Community Church. I'm so honored to share her artistry with you readers! Please enjoy!

Dandelions – An Acrostic Poem

 

Deeply rooted, faithful,

Arrive on time each year.

Never have the dandelions failed to reappear.

Does it ever make you wonder why this weed is so despised?

Every time we take its life, it only multiplies.

Little yellow wonders,

Invite us to embrace their

Overcoming power, despite the things we face.

Notice how the dandelions give way to the wind.

Standing tall, they give their all, so new life can begin.

 Penny Heilman, Copyright 2016

 

For Reflection:  In what ways do dandelions remind you of Jesus?