And the Time Came When...

A Poem and reflection

And the time came when

internal frustrations

and fears

and tears

were brought low

and instead

joy

beauty

and

love were my portion

Last weekend I completed a journey that was very meaningful for me. I graduated with my Master’s Degree. As I reflect on all that I have had to overcome in my life; immense grief, an illness that plagues me to this day, financial ruin…