L Milton Hankins Poet Free verse

Broken Into Pieces

Take me as I am, just as I am,
For I am broken into pieces
With irregular edges, my flesh
Was scarred by hopelessness,
And, sometimes, utter despair
From destructive forces which
I…I alone could not conquer.
The pieces of me have struggled
To come together to reassemble
To make my whole worthy, and I
Want you to know I am capable
Of love, Lord, if you take me as I am.

FOURTH PLACE WINNER
submitted to "Inspirational Christian" Poetry Contest
sponsored by Regina McIntosh
February 22, 2022

Written August 12, 2021
especially for “Broken Pottery” Poetry Contest
sponsored by Craig Cornish

HONORABLE MENTION
Poetry Contest by Astaria
All Poetry - August 15, 2021

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Susan Ashley March 9, 2022 at 3:56 PM Dear Milton, your expressive pen and humble inspiration is so very moving, revealing human vulnerability, surrender and faith so beautifully. Congratulations for your excellent win in Regina’s contest. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Sam Kauffman March 7, 2022 at 10:23 AM Amazing testimony Milt. As God re-assembles your broken pieces I love your conclusion - "I am capable of love again." What a beautiful line. Congratulations on your win! L Milton Hankins March 7, 2022 at 11:09 AM Thanks so much, Sam. I appreciate your thoughts and your comment.

Mystic Rose Rose March 6, 2022 at 4:03 AM Dear Milton, he wouldn't want you any other way, you are His beautiful great mosaic, congrats on your win, a splendid write :) L Milton Hankins March 6, 2022 at 9:13 AM Thanks so much, Mystic Rose Rose. I so appreciate you!

Caren Krutsinger August 15, 2021 at 3:49 AM So much spirituality and faith in this; wonderful pen. L Milton Hankins August 15, 2021 at 10:03 AM Ah, I'm glad you found it an uplifting read, Caren.

Christuraj Alex August 12, 2021 at 10:56 PM broken pottery depicting the Inner brokenness - Very beautifully written. L Milton Hankins August 13, 2021 at 8:31 AM Thank you so much, Christuraj.

Barbara Peckham August 12, 2021 at 8:37 PM This is a very touching poem. It pulls at the heartstrings, and it appeals to all of us who have felt that way about ourselves. And there are many of us! L Milton Hankins August 12, 2021 at 9:29 PM Thanks so much, Barbara. A compliment from you is really meaningful to me!