Evergreen by Kirsten Robinson is a tribute to the enduring resilience of human nature as we cycle through times of light and darkness, much like nature itself. In her debut book, Kirsten Robinson (@NakedWriting) lays her heart bare in a raw, relatable, and inspirational way to describe the journey of growth born out of finding beauty in breakage and love after loss.
Forever Grateful for Jan’s Love
Estimated reading time: 1 minute, 30 secondsI woke up this morning at half past five in darkness.
Pulling on my walking shoes, I stopped momentarily and felt grateful for all I had.
I am grateful for Jan’s love which transformed me and made me a better person.
Her love and spirit are still with me in this new and likely last chapter of my life.
On this grief journey, I also have the support of family and friends, many of whom are widows.
I am grateful for living in a walkable community and being a member of an inclusive faith community.
I glanced at the coffee table and picked up Evergreen by Kirsten Robinson, and in the cold emptiness of my home, I read her poem about giving thanks.
Give thanks for all
that is good and beautiful;
the gifts you carry
people who lift you up
your big, big love
faith and trust that your life
is unfolding as it shouldGive thanks for all
that has been difficult and hard;
trials tribulations tears
tests of self strength fears
all of the unknowns and days
that broke youWithout the darkness
you would not have
learned to appreciate the light
With a heart full of gratitude, I tied my shoes and walked in the darkness until the light filled my heart and illuminated my life path.
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