Finding Oneself in Solitude

 

Finding Oneself in Solitude

Long stretches of time
alone
in the past year or so,
though challenging,
have allowed much to come
to light.
Unfettered recognition of
                                        illusion,
                               pain,
                            strength,
                 truth.
Uneasy wonderings of
    who remembers,
                where to fit,
                            what is next
                                                                when, how, if to re-emerge.
     Sometimes so clear,
 other times

                                                      just out of focus.

Branching moments
 of suspension 

create currents of
 gratitude for love let in,
                    comfort in quiet company,
                                     hope of candid connection.
                            Valid,
                   vital,
                    revealing,
            redeeming –
finding oneself
in solitude.

Sarah Carlson

May 2, 2021