Stars in Her Eyes Mirror

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Written on May 1, 2024

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The beauty you see in me is a reflection of you ~ Rumi Pouring forth from the light in her eyes, I see my heart spilling salty tears – they glisten, then subside. Where she’s been, my heart can only imagine. She’s still here, but her heart is fully confounded. Her dreams have become much more than just old baggage. Her light has been stunned by the temptation to just let go of her hope and crawl into some bottle or into some drug. She is wise, though. Wiser than they give her credit for. I can see, in her eyes, the reflection of a story brought to life through hope. Hope for a purpose. Hope for a new dawn. Hope that leaves her victorious, even when all her fight has gone. Pouring forth from the light in her, I see the wonder of a love more alive than I’ve ever known. This is the love only God could have replicated inside of her. story of a heart songs twisted into lessons, breathing spirit beats

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Sara Kendrick

Date: 5/3/2024 3:23:00 PM

Great accompanying picture to go with the Haibun. Congratulations on your winning work in my contest. Thank you for your participation. Sara K

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 5/1/2024 4:22:00 PM

a beautifully written Haibun, Gina! The narrative part was so full of hope in overcoming and the victor. Absolutely inspirational! The line that grabbed in your Haiku was 'songs twisted into lessons' Just loved this poem as well as the picture...it adds strength to your words. Hugs and blessings, Sara

Silent One

Date: 5/1/2024 12:49:00 PM

This poem beautifully captures the complexity of human emotions, particularly in the face of adversity and struggle. The imagery of tears spilling from the light in her eyes conveys a profound sense of vulnerability and pain, yet there is also resilience and hope shining through. It skillfully portrays the internal conflict of the subject, torn between despair and the desire for something greater.