The Beginning of New, Begun

As the days start to cool and get shorter

As the sun's warmth wanes

Think of this not as the end of summer

But the transition to leaves gaining color

As the clock's hands sweep the dial

Nature shows off her brilliant arts

Think of this not as the end of one

But the beginning of new, begun

New Start, My Heart

New Start, My Heart

I drew my head back and howled at the moon.

My heart bled down my chest, red pooling at my feet.

Why, oh why? I asked.

Weakness, exhaustion, and depression.

The moon set and the sun rose.

I drew my head back and squinted at the suns rising.

Sore, but no more bleeding, my heart’s beat was strong.

Thank you, oh thank you.  I said.

Recovery, stability, and strength.

I drew my head back and smiled at the noon sun.

My heart’s rhythm in time, happiness.

New start, my heart.  I said.

Rest, peace, and joy.