WhovianPastor
A Poem for Ash Wednesday; 2024
In quiet solemnity, Ash Wednesday begins,A hushed murmur of penance, as the faithful come in.With foreheads marked by ashes, we stand and pray,Reminded of our mortality, on this solemn day.…
Navigating Grief and Finding Healing: Coping with Exclusion from Biological Families During the Holidays
Introduction: The holiday season is often hailed as a time of joy, love, and togetherness. However, for some individuals, it can be a challenging and emotionally charged period, especially if…
A Symphony Undone
In the hush of winter’s breath, my thoughts alight, To you, my daughters, lost in the tapestry of night. The echoes of laughter, once vibrant and near, Now distant whispers,…
The Silent Tears of the Holidays
In the stillness of winter, an unfolding narrative tells of courage and grace, unrestricted by conventional lines. The soft glow of festive lights paints a subdued backdrop, casting shadows upon…
Navigating Compassion: Supporting Those Grieving the Loss of a Loved One
Introduction:Losing a loved one is an incredibly challenging and emotional experience that affects individuals in profound ways. Knowing how to offer support to someone who has just experienced such a…
Queer in Corners
In shadows where norms cast their heavy cloak,I’m a captive of whispers, society’s yoke.Trapped in a lattice of conformist gaze,Love masked, a kaleidoscope in hidden ways. Queer in corners, where…
A Tapestry of Many Seams
In the land of liberty and dreams, A tapestry of many seams, I find a fire, a seething rage, For injustice on every page. Marginalized voices, silenced, ignored, Systemic privilege,…
Why I Weep
I cry because my inner child is weeping, Every step I take, the tears are seeping, Through the cracks of my resilient soul, A story of survival that’s taken its…