Monthly Archives: September 2013

Radici di Vetro – A Poem

Posted on September 24, 2013 by Gretchen Venters

Long pale piano fingers stroke and linger in the seaside sand Unsure of what roots she could possibly find or plant in such a place As an icy breeze brushes her face taken by surprise she opens her eyes, and … Continue reading →

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Trust Issues

Posted on September 22, 2013 by Gretchen Venters

I have even told before that I “fear fear itself” and tonight it’s got me thinking. If I fear something and I let it take hold, what does this say for my faith and trust in God? I have a … Continue reading →

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Maybe – A Poem

Posted on September 16, 2013 by Gretchen Venters

Rain beats against the panes as I lay in bed unwillingly awake I just want to spin the ticking hands ahead of the clock that mocks me the sudden dizziness that robs me of all my energy I just want … Continue reading →

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Softer – A Poem

Posted on September 9, 2013 by Gretchen Venters

Wild fire on ice my cheek to pillow sleep seems like a half a sheep away even though my mind refuses to just let go Though it seems close like a staircase of pastel clouds and even my thought-prints are … Continue reading →

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Violet – A Poem

Posted on September 1, 2013 by Gretchen Venters

Counting the seconds like an angry heartbeat of a late summer storm One / breathe Crackling ribbons of violent violet strike down Closer than close to home Rain falling in sheets Two // Breathe / Three Warm blankets wrapped tightly … Continue reading →

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