when it happens
i no longer fight it
i let it do what it needs to
the cleverness i possessed is gone
replaced by a what will be, will be
mentality
she said it would be like this -
all heartache would come at once
then leave me in a sedated state,
where tears are merely droplets
that flow
healing has begun,
acceptance too
yes, acceptance – an admission
that changes everything
but nothing
my solo, a dance
twirling towards tomorrow
Lisa Reynolds is a Canadian writer of poetry and short stories. Her works are published internationally in anthologies, literary journals, and magazines. Recent publication credits include those by "Lothlorien Poetry Journal," "Pure Slush Books," "Sledgehammer Lit," "Sweetycat Press," and "Raven’s Quoth Press." Translations of her poetry into Farsi and Italian are scheduled for release in 2022. She holds degrees from York University and is a member of The Ontario Poetry Society and the Writing Community of Durham Region. She lives a small community east of Toronto, Ontario.
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