28 Aug 2017
by enthusiasticallydawn
in Poetry, Writing Life
Tags: Hollihock Writers Conference, journaling prompts, poem, poetry, Poetry Prompts, Rhode Island Authors and Writers, spontaneous journaling prompt, spontaneous poetry, Writers conference, Writing Life
I have just returned from a weekend Writers’ Conference here in New England. My mind is still racing and I am heading into a busy week…I am hoping to catch a bit more time to process the wealth of information, beauty and diverse voices I experienced during this event. Meantime, as always finding the way back into my own rhythm includes a bit of poetry. Poetry is my pathway to clarity, focus, vision, and possibility. I hope to be sharing more about that soon…I promise big news is on the horizon, and I can’t wait to share it with you! One small step for this writer…and for you, my faithful readers and friends!
Meanwhile, I pray this simple affirming words breathe freshness into your day. For those of you who follow my Instagram account, this is my response to the Spontaneous Journal Prompt I shared on August 16th. I wrote it this morning, but it is the ruminating question on my mind as I consider my current writing life.
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09 Jul 2017
by enthusiasticallydawn
in Journal Keeping, Poetry, Writing Life
Tags: Canada, Canadian Artist, Inspired Poetry, journaling, journaling prompts, Original Artwork, poem, poetics, poetry, Poetry Prompts, Shannon Ford, spontaneous poetry
Recently I received some fabulous mail from a Canadian friend. It was chock full of the kind of ephemera we journaling types adore. Canada is celebrating it’s 150th birthday this year but it seems I get the presents. She included a lovely Starbucks Canadian travel mug I have been toting back and forth on my out and about town excursions. One of the exquisite treasures I received was an artist post card. On it was a painting I felt incredibly drawn to, above the many lovely images sent. As I tipped it (taped it with washi tape) into my journal, I was inspired to write a poem.
Poetry continues to be a powerful pathway for me. I believe it is a pathway for many things, connection, community, and conversation. Art offers the same to all in its various forms. There is no limit to where the imagination can lead. I find inspiration in both artwork and artist, so be sure and check out the artist whose work inspired the poem below: Shannon Ford. I know you will find her work incredible to see!
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12 Apr 2017
by enthusiasticallydawn
in Poetry, Spirituality
Tags: Christ Centered Poetry, christian living, Christian Theology, christianity, discipleship, Inspired Poetry, Lent, poem, poetry, Sovereignty of God, spiritual community, spiritual journey, spontaneous poetry, The Body of Believers, theology, Truth, Universal Church
A little backstory on today’s poetic offering. I had a conversation on the phone with my nephew Todd as I prepared dinner last night. He has been through some upheaval, but I am grateful to know the Lord has taken hold of him.
As I spoke with him, I recalled my early days of seeking God, and trying to follow the way of truth. Trying to bumble around this new life I felt within. Trying to figure out the church and church people with all the confusing mixed messages. Trying to understand scripture and what it had to do with me.
Or more specifically, learning about the One who called Himself, in John 14:6 THE Way, THE Truth, and THE Life (emphasis mine). The One who didn’t mince words, leave room for doubt, or room to accept multiple ways. The one who cared not whether what he said would win him favor with the religious elite or the politically inclined. More
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16 Mar 2016
by enthusiasticallydawn
in Journal Keeping, Poetry, Writing Life
Tags: Christ, Christian Poetry, Creative Journaling, faith, inspiration, journal keeping, Journal writing, journaling, Journaling as a Lifestyle, Lent, Lent 2016, Poetry for the Lenten Season, Scripture prompted Poetry, spiritual journey, spontaneous poetry, The Season of Lent
Although this may be a poem, it was also straight from my journal this morning. I want to encourage you to make time for your spiritual self to emerge by journaling your heart and prayers on your own journal pages. I have been feeling dry spiritually the past week…so for me this writing reflects a bit intimacy with God that has been lacking.
I will include it in my Journaling Series- as it a true reflection of my journaling journey. I pray it sparks in you the courage (if you need it) to be raw and real in your spiritual journey, whatever you believe and whatever your heart towards God at this moment.
If these words inspire, encourage or spark a response in you I’d love if you share your thoughts right here in the comments- but even more importantly, in your own journal- as you so feel led.
As always, thanks for joining me for this journey. Here is this morning’s offering.
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27 Nov 2015
by enthusiasticallydawn
in Poetry, Writing Life
Tags: #iamredeemed, Christian thinking, Facebook, My One Word, One Word 365, poem, Redeemed, Social Media, spontaneous poetry
For in him we live and move and have our being.’ As some of your own poets have said, ‘We are his offspring.’- Acts 17:28
This might not be what you think, but as I popped on Facebook this morning to update my status, this is what I wrote (with a teensy bit of editing)…
You can worship Jesus anywhere, anytime…in Spirit in Truth, online and off. When you live life redeemed, you avail yourself to a great adventure. Why would anyone choose anything less?
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