Every three months our community has what is called a ‘reflection meeting’. It is where success as well as challenges undergone over the previous three months are shared and then plans are made for the upcoming three months.
After one such meeting these thoughts came to mind, and this is the resulting poem.
Reflections and Growth
Last week we had a think, and discussed as a group,
We looked into what we were all doing,
Our reflection on what had transpired,
We thought and challenged ourselves to look a little deeper.
Through this reflection we took steps,
We got to know ourselves just that little bit better,
We now know what we would like to do,
We know what we can do, and now what needs to be done.
So, each of us made a personal plan,
In our own mind,
In our small group,
Small baby steps were taken.
Mis takes were made,
And so, takes were redone,
Each time we improved,
Lessons learnt.
After further discussion and prayer,
Participating in study, seeking guidance, and reflection individually and as a group,
We become emboldened and brave,
It was not so hard.
An acquaintance is invited for a chat and a cuppa,
Followed this up with another invitation,
And slowly they become more than an acquaintance,
Soon friendships are borne.
Trusts are built,
Truths are told,
Pain is felt,
Shared experiences go deeper.
Soon the nucleus grows and become part of us,
Our new friends are one of us,
Begin to share understanding with others,
Then invite others to join in on the search and discovery of things made new.
Luigi Giuseppe Vittorio
13 February 2023