Tuesday, January 19, 2016

A Kernel of Hope

A kernel of hope
Lives
Deep inside
Protected
Against the pain
The struggle

Grows
When tended
Memories ignite
Nurture
Reward

Fades
When tested
Hurt
Discarded
For graven choices

Echoes
In the dark
Against the shadows
In my heart


edited January 19, 2016
A Kernel of Hope – v2

reposted January 19, 2016
February 23, 2004 19:12
A Kernel of Hope

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