Hija De La Luna Poet Didactic

Sisterhood, Brotherhood

Sisterhood, brotherhood is a state 
To be seriously worked at. It is hard, and
Needs lots of grace more powerful than us.

Love is God’s grace He gave on the Cross.
Only such love can take us to love another.
It is so powerful it can overcome our dark self.

When we have this love, our soul will be fed;
Stronger even amidst troubles others cast upon us
And still look at them with deep love and concern.

With this love in us, we are able to forgive first;
Rather than judge hastily and throw a stone
So that retribution and justice will be done.

We will be secure in our inadequacies; 
Gentler to ourselves and more so with others 
For now we know we are no better than them.

We trust no longer in our capacity to love;
Rather abandon our ego and let this grace
Flow and free us from our fears and unbelief. 

8.21.14

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Aqua Marine October 15, 2017 at 11:27 AM I just posted a poem alled "Sisterhood Dance.." and this came up on the side. Hija de laluna...wonderful poem! Yes,-sisterhood is a " "brotherhood " to be worked on...I am happy to be part of an internatonal brotherhood- has helped me overcome prejudice, and helped me be at peace with others, and myself.( And they have been a huge encouragement when going through personal struggles...((Hugs)) Hija De La Luna February 14, 2018 at 3:44 AM that's wonderful, Aqua! it is a fantastic experience to be with people who genuinely care that you can be your true self! i'll check your poem. thanks for the visit and the beautiful words!!

Dr. Upma A. Sharma December 9, 2014 at 9:31 AM Brilliant one hija! Congrats on big win! Hija De La Luna December 12, 2014 at 9:35 PM thank you, Dr. Upma!

Dr.Ram Mehta December 8, 2014 at 8:34 PM Inspirational one, congrats on the win Hija De La Luna December 12, 2014 at 9:35 PM thank you, Dr. Ram!

Brenda Meier-Hans December 8, 2014 at 4:48 PM Love and respect with a forgiving heart. wonderful advice Hija. Congratulations on your win. Hija De La Luna December 12, 2014 at 9:36 PM thanks, Brenda, for finding it wonderful!

Rhonda Johnson-Saunders December 8, 2014 at 12:05 PM Beautiful and inspiring words, Hija! Congrats on a great win! Hugs, Rhonda Hija De La Luna December 12, 2014 at 9:36 PM thank you, Rhonda, for the lovely words and visit! God bless!

Jan Allison December 8, 2014 at 11:10 AM so inspiring - many congrats:-) Hugs jan xx Hija De La Luna December 12, 2014 at 9:37 PM thank you, Jan! huggs!!

Regina Mcintosh December 8, 2014 at 10:31 AM Congratulations and God bless you with love and prayers, Gina Hija De La Luna December 12, 2014 at 9:55 PM Regina! thank you for the appreciation! it means a lot! God bless you!

Sara Kendrick December 8, 2014 at 9:30 AM Wonderful topic chosen that is a winner..Way to go..Congrats...Sara

Maurice Yvonne December 8, 2014 at 6:14 AM Congratulations on your win. I hope everyone reads this poem of inspiration twice.

Rob Carmack December 8, 2014 at 1:39 AM Congrats to you with this beautiful poem. That last stanza is brilliant.

Anne-Lise Andresen August 21, 2014 at 4:46 AM - A very well written poem ! - A good friend will develop your character - guide your soul to the light and challenge your heart to love in an even bigger way - oxox // Anne-Lise :) Hija De La Luna August 22, 2014 at 11:21 PM Thank you, Anne! I love just what you said here! I totally agree! May we always be a friend like this to others ~~ :))