I carry the people I’ve loved like small constellations under my skin, some still burning, some already gone dark, yet all of them shaping how I walk through night.
There are mornings when grief doesn’t knock. It simply sits beside me, drinks my coffee, and reminds me that love was never meant to be light.
I have learned that the heart is not a place of safety. It is a place of weather. Storms arrive without permission, and sometimes the bravest thing is to stand still and let the storms pass through you.
If you listen closely, you can hear the past breathing in old songs, in the way certain names still soften your voice, in the silence that follows when you almost say I miss you out loud.
But even here, especially here, there is a quiet miracle happening.
Because every day you wake up with tenderness intact. You choose not to turn to stone. You keep your hands open in a world that has proven it can take everything.
And that, that is not weakness. That is devotion to being human all the way through.
The Creative Chic
The Creative Chic 
OMG! Get outta here! That was absolutely stunning! I can relate to this so much within the deepest echelons of my soul. You’ve put into words something that my heart has been trying to speak about and communicate to others as a concept for so long! That’s one of your best! If not your best art ever here! Hands down! I selfishly want more of this style! 👏🏻❤️💞🙂
Awww, thank you so very much! This means everything to me! I appreciate you so much ❤️💞🙂
I know you do! You’re the best! Hands down! ❤️🙂
I don’t think I’ve heard you do spoken word before. Great job.
The third paragraph/verse sings true. Some hearts are often only stormy weather with flint skies. But occasionally the sun burns through.
Thank you! I think this is my 3rd one so far. And, yes, occasionally the sun burns through.
Well it sounds good. Out of curiosity, what did you use to record?
Thank you ❤️ Honestly, it’s just a voice recorder on my android phone. Nothing fancy. It took me a time or two because one of my dogs decided it was a good time to start cleaning 😂
That works! Sounded good to me. Have a good night.
You as well!
this is so beautifully written Jennifer. It really is important not to turn into the extremes of disillusionment even though the temptation is there and there’s a million reasons to do so. one can make adaptations but as long as love, fairness and respect are there, it may not be right – but it won’t be wrong. you are in my heart and thoughts as a priority – just so you know 🙂 Mike
Michael, thank you for your sweet and loving comment. It means so much to me. I hope you know how truly grateful I am for even knowing you ❤️
Good morning 🌞🌄
Good morning!
Beautifully expressed Jennifer.
So much truth in your words.
Love this my friend ❤️
Thank you so much my beautiful friend ❤️ you’re loved and treasured
Jennifer ❤️ you are so welcome.
Likewise dear friend xo
Stunning. So many people will be able to relate to your perfect words.
Thank you so much for your kind words 🥰❤️