I paint myself
on a canvas of explanation.
A self-portrait
painted in the rain
of disease.
My heart
holds the paintbrush.
Laughter guides
my soul.
Drops of red
splash the pain
from my broken body
becoming wildflowers
of pink and purple.
Illness may be
the paint
however,
I
am the painter.
Author notes
PinkyDot - My Thoughts Are With You For A Speedy Recovery. May you too be the painter of your life.
A contest entry
- Inspirational Thoughts and Prayers by StarEyes.
700 points, ended February 26, 2008, 9 entries
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest
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Welcome to Allpoetry
I have a fiance who has suffered from a kidney disease the whole time we have been together, and this piece really hit home for me. You have created a truly exquisite piece to show that even though there might be a disease that takes your body, what you do with managing it, and your life, means that you are in control.
Brilliant.
Welcome to the site, enjoy
Faerie
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What a great read this one is! I love this, and I am sure Suzie will too. I love the thought of being the painter, and all, that is soooooo cool.
Best of luck to you in this contest!
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