A Shelter, by Julie Clark
Shelter. Such a common need, such a tangible idea. And yet, for so many of us around the world, such a luxury. To anyone who frequents Culture Honey, it will come as no surprise that we love championing the work of Julie Clark. Like so many poets, she captures life and its many emotions is ways that other mediums can’t. The poem below is no different. So sit back and enjoy. A shelter.
A Shelter
It is a shelter
To be known and loved
When you are welcome
No matter your faults and foibles
You are loved
A part of the family
The community
You matter
You are connected to these people
We are meant to learn to love
In families
In clans and tribes
But not always the case
In our fragmented society
So we must build bridges
Connections with other human beings
We are connected
With each other after all
Through our ancestors
Our Creator
We all live together on this earth
Our survival and ability to thrive
Depends on it
So smile
Speak a kind word
Bridge the gap
You will see
You will feel
Those connections
Thr knitting of the hearts
Lend a hand
Take a hand
Understand and learn
From each other
Forgive and be forgiven
Start fresh
Believe the best
Be your best
We can do this together
Love is real
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If you would like to read more poetry by Julie Clark, check out her site here.
