Journey of Hearts

This poem was my "Birthday Poem," in 1995, written after taking a class called "Renewing Life." For the first time in years, I felt that I was starting to emerge from under the dazed-state of fatigue and resulting depression that I had functioned through during Medical School and my intern years.
This poem was read as my introduction a few months later as I graduated from my residency program at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital.
 
 

For years

I remained

Hidden from view

Afraid to show myself

or my true colors.

Cloaked

Concealed

I endured.

Waiting for the spring

with the sunlight

the signal to emerge.

Slowly

Cautiously

I begin to unfold my wings,

finding the courage

discovering my strength.

In awe

I marvel at the array

Deepest sapphire blue

Renewing amethyst violet

Tranquil aquamarine

Iridescent blushing rose

Sparkling

Radiant

I take flight.

Kirsti A. Dyer, MD, MS

 

Quotes from a Friend and Mentor on her reaction to the poem, given as a motivational gift: Transformation is magnificent. It gave me comfort, hope and motivation. It is amazing the power of words.  Life here is a challenge, but at least I am the keeper of my own destiny. Your Transformation poem still sustains me.