I wrote this poem while living in Central America. I had just started my work at the children's home three months prior, and was reflecting as I prepared for two more years of service. 2010 was a year of many transitions and new "cracks on my heart" as Mark Nepo would say. This poem was written in an effort to acknowledge these transitions and cracks, and also harness the strength to move forward in my new role in life.
"A Wrap-Up of 2010"
2010 done
a life changing year
one dear to my heart
bittersweet exits
life altering transitions
heart worked overtime
new crack on my heart
but much wax also removed
light enters once again
2011
a new year and renewed me
This year I will grow
I resolve anew
loyalty to my own heart
its joys and its quirks
--Gertrude Rose
Personal Journal
12/31/2010
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