Verbal Description
A portrait image
A close-up view of a rose, the center rests just above the middle of the image. The view is angled revealing a fragmented and inconsistent dark background only near the upper edge of the photo. Throughout the rest, pale yellow petals cascade in layers from the center where darker yellow petals appear wrinkled, almost clasping something unseen.
The image captures the broad view of three large, blended petals above the center. They line up forming a pale backdrop, their slightly pointed tips tickling the photo’s top edge. The flower’s other petals unfold asymmetrically and appear larger as they approach the bottom of the image. Thin shadows amidst the petals suggest light, billowy depth.
A series of distinct petals emerges from the lower right corner. The soft, curled petals ascend toward the flower’s deep yellow center like a beckoning staircase.
Awakening isn’t always soft
And welcoming.
Yet we still open
Or are opened
In moments
When the struggle ceases
And we feel the love
In our own hearts.
This rhythm shatters us
With her resonance of truth.
Holding love in
Has been the source of pain
And sparked our struggles
In this chaotic world.
Listen.
Can you hear the beat?
Crawl inside to the place
Where you are compelled to
Rest in wonder.
Breathe.
Sing.
Remember.
Our hearts’ songs
Are destined
To be heard
And felt.
Our heart songs
Are our rest
And wonder.
