“A Familiar Beginning”
I can breathe again.
The veil that stole my breath and beam
Cast off now, as I enter a new dream.
I can see again.
Wide awake and in awe of words now spoken clear
As a bright spring sky, beautiful and sincere.
I can hear again.
Laughter of children running about
Wild and free, the world is their playground.
I can feel again.
My heart in full bloom for old things now new,
We waited and wished for the miracle to come true.
I can move again.
Purpose and pride propel my every stride,
As life goes on like the ebbing of the tide.
I can live again.
One breath, a new moment created
To see, hear, feel, and soar towards all that I’ve awaited.
Every dawn a new day,
Every breath a new moment,
Why let this precious time pass? Arise, and own it.
I am a member of the Class of 2023 and the Driftstone editor-in-chief. Along with creative writing, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, getting...