Type: Poem

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Person in an infinity pool, gazing out at the serene ocean view under a clear sky.

“We call dormant brightness into being”

Lit candles surrounded by greenery on a dark wooden surface, creating a warm and cozy atmosphere.

“The wicks have bowed their heads low”

Black and white image of smoke rising from extinguished candles on a dimly lit table.

“Jacob gave his blessings, / although some say he faltered”

An elderly hand gently holding a younger hand in warm light.

“We stand on the shore looking out at what is possible; Turning to the rock from which all life flows.”

Silhouette of a person gazing at a vibrant sunset over a calm lake with colorful clouds in the sky.

“Awash in the radiating comfort / Of this blessed, giving friend”

Person in a striped shirt stands under a dramatic, cloudy sky with distant rain and a bird flying overhead.

“Come, splendid author / Of every satisfied moment, / Of all that is enough.”

a purple and orange sunset glows across a body of water

Poem on parenting new baby struggling to feed 

Adult hand gently holding a babys hand, both resting on a soft, patterned blanket.

“I have climbed up and down mountains / All my life”

A wooden ladder silhouetted against a starry night sky and the Milky Way.

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