Inner Channel
A poem by Eva Waldauf

Inner Channel
hovering on the verge
of innovation and transition,
understanding, perceptions and essence,
chrysalis, precursor to sensitive breath of wings

internal whispers say it’s early, not yet, almost,
nourishing myself for that heightening, expansion,
physical with fresh picked, nurturing meals
and natural healing

rejuvenating my heart with love for myself,
my man and family, finding laughter within,
spirit amplifying, rambling in gardens, parks,
beaches, nature replenishing all

not time yet, to adopt a feisty cat,
too soon, for my new class, still in development,
too early, for a new gallery to show
no payment, from art and teaching

half formed pupa, I strain cocoon, restless,
push boundaries, until I realign,
dislocate, crack open,
gain in a divergent, healthier direction

my inner silence says not yet, rest, abide,
heal and reinvent yourself,
I settle in acceptance, pause,
listen to this potent, subterranean wisdom

About the Author:

Eva Waldauf is a poet and visual artist. In Vancouver, Eva has featured at diverse poetry events for 17 years. Eva’s latest: Writer’s International Network Gala, December 2022, she received a Distinguished Poet award.

Waldauf’s poetry is published in anthologies and magazines, including Quills Canadian Poetry Magazine 2023. Atlantic Adventures & Big City Romance is her second book of poetry. She’s a Director of Pandora’s Collective poets. Eva’s
website: https://nbspocean-hearts-collide.weebly.com

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