The Line

This line across my belly –

It represents a change of plans.

It represents disappointment, loss,

A last minute bend in the road.

It represents overwhelming delight.

This line across my belly –

It represents a new beginning.

It represents hope, anticipation,

The start of a new season,

The end of yearning.

This line across my belly –

It represents a decision to move forward.

It represents sadness, love,

A voice of reason, a whisper of faith.

This line across my belly –

It represents a deep satisfaction,

An unquenchable happiness.

It’s the scar of new life,

The mark of strength and endurance.

It’s an ugly battle wound, a brilliant medal.

It’s elation, it’s treasure,

It’s pleasure, it’s bliss.

This line across my belly –

It’s a reminder of resilience, of the answer,

The will to bounce back.

It’s jagged, yet beautiful…

Numb and alive.

It’s mine, it’s ours.

This line across my belly –

It’s a gift,

It’s grace.

This line is yours…

My heart, my joy.

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