New Beginnings

New beginnings are marked by
winking through tearful eyes at adversity and
trusting you’ll fall headlong into
Elysian beauty.

They are found in
the running of fingers, lovingly,
along wounds
with the knowledge that what will remain
from this gentle nurturing is
a beautifully illuminated roadmap,
better for the wear.

They’re stimulated by
resetting the chessboard after you’ve met your match
with a spark of confidence and
knowledge that informs
next steps.

They rely on establishing
the trust that navigating the
gorgeous and haunting contours of
the mind can be a
collaborative & healing endeavor.

Patiently persist.
Intentionally persist.
It all comes together—
believe.