The Light Within

Photo by Laura Makabresku

When we come here

To this place we call Earth

Pure light encased

Into flesh and then birthed

And for a time

So brightly our light shines

Innocent hearts

And uncorrupted minds

Gradually

Daily life takes its toll

Shrouds are added

Layers that hide our souls

Darkness descends

Suffocating our flames

Stuck in routine

Playing survival games

One day we hear

A small cry from inside

Of the child

Who wants more than "survive"

A journey starts

To find our way back home

Cutting layers

Peeling them from our bones

Deep sea diving

Into depths yet unknown

Garden of growth

Where healing seeds are sown

A tiny spark

Uncovered and revealed

Forgotten light

Is no longer concealed

The light within

Illuminates and guides

Chasing away

Fears where they try to hide

One tiny spark

Has become a rising Sun

Emanating

Warmth and love for everyone

Oktobre Taylor

September 11, 2022