Stitches

Stitches
 
A wound, deep and wide.
Gaping, Ragged, Bleeding...

Cover with the cloth of

False Smiles.

Cover with the cobweb gauze of

Empty Sympathy.

Clamp it shut with fingers of

Chemical Laughter.

Hold it together with shaky hands of

Liquid pain relief.
              
 A wound, deep and wide ...

Remains.

A wound,deep and wide
Gaping, Ragged, Bleeding...

Clean with  

Love.

Stitch together with 

Truth.

Soothe with the

Balm of Gilead.

Anoint with 

Oil.

Healed....

A reminder of grace.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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Ibeh Avatar
March 2, 2025 at 7:31 AM
Now this is powerful! I love it, Crystol. Well-deserved win.
Ashley Avatar
March 1, 2025 at 8:41 AM
Dear Crystol, I am deeply touched by the emotional and artistic beauty of your poem. A poignant and potent piece of healing from addiction with acceptance, surrender and the power of faith. Gratitude and grace resonates in palpable ripples. Congratulations for your success in Kai's contest. So proud to share the podium with you, dear poet friend. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan
Woods Avatar
March 1, 2025 at 10:08 AM
The honor is mine, to be in the same list with you Ms.Susan! I'm grateful for your comments and good wishes! Xoxo
Wolf Avatar
May 27, 2024 at 7:46 PM
Just as beauty is not just 'skin-deep,' neither are wounds. Nicely done, Crystal!
Woods Avatar
May 27, 2024 at 9:35 PM
I thank you, GW, for the comment and your time! I will visit your writings soon! Xo
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