Caroline Cécile Delacroix Poet Rhyme

The Butterfly Effect

Be who you are by using what God has given you


From a place of confinement
Where days are predictable
A reality to face by the repetition,
When dreams seem unreachable,
Hanging on to rituals for sustainment
The focus needed to one's survival
Yet not missing the faint notion
Of moving toward a palpable
Though unknown place of merriment. 

When the moment of transformation 
Is tangible, approaching, unstoppable 
Felt manipulated by forces in motion
Apprehension and exhilaration in tremble
Facing the unknown so close at hand
Hanging on to the faith of a miracle
For what is to come, searching the heavens
Surrendering all, even if death is the pinnacle.

Then when the Chrysalis opens (perfection)
Lo and behold, indeed what a miracle!
A new life is found, filled with sweet scents
Wings open, excitement palpable
Take flight, even if a little uncertain
Free to reach dreams now attainable
Never knew, in days of old, the extent
Of the freedom to be found and heaven so undeniable.

By CarolineCecile
Copyright © 02.11.10

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Doris Culverhouse February 14, 2010 at 11:58 AM enjoyed reading, keep sharing

Carolyn Devonshire February 12, 2010 at 2:04 PM This is another example of why you are one of my favorite poets, Caroline. Your description of the chrysalis turning into a butterfly is a great metaphor for the development of human life from one stage to the next. And the opening line is incredibly inspiring. Awesome, dear! Love, Carolyn

Linda-Marie Sweetheart February 11, 2010 at 4:41 PM Extremely descriptive and such a "beauty" to behold these visuals throughout your poem tonight Caroline.. an in depth adventure into the content from your title.. so enjoyed this read.. luv your word use.. thankxxx for the warm and gracious comments on my poetry also.. luv.. Linda-Marie

Sara Kendrick February 11, 2010 at 10:04 AM Great write in this one. The transformation that happens looks just like the change from the caterpillar to the butterfly when a person's spirit is transformed. Thanks for stopping by and commenting on my work.Sara

Andrea Dietrich February 11, 2010 at 6:49 AM Caroline, this poem really "opened" up for me with the third stanza about the chrysalis. I loved this part of your poem. Very visual and beautiful message! Luv, Andrea

Jared Pickett February 11, 2010 at 4:36 AM Good work, keep em comin'.....:JP]