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    Source: erinbower.net
    Apr 27, 2021
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    I can not now speak of Innocence
for light has shone on my darkness
the door of awareness has opened
on a dark and dusty room.

Youth “knows” it all
but now I see my innate limitations
could only have been dismantled
by the pain of experience.

No matter how many books you read
the truth and goodness of reality is irreplaceable
and the more I see how much I fail
the closer I am brought to God.

    Grace Colella graduated from Regis College, attends Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, is an associate of the Sisters of St. Joseph, volunteers in a hospice and is involved in spreading the word for Guaranteed Basic Income.

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    • Margaret Manitowabi
      Posted at 07:37h, 27 April Reply

      I would love to have Grace as my spiritual director her poem goes deeper into finding God through the pain.

    • Peter Bisson
      Posted at 09:12h, 27 April Reply

      Thank you Grace!

    • Rosemary McGinn
      Posted at 10:05h, 27 April Reply

      Beautiful Poem Grace,and a powerful message,regarding struggles we encounter along the way. Thanks for your insight and compassion.Gratefully Rosemary McGinn C.S.J.

    • Paul V
      Posted at 10:40h, 27 April Reply

      Thanks….

    • Karen Arthurs
      Posted at 11:37h, 28 April Reply

      Beautiful artistry Grace!

    • anne
      Posted at 22:52h, 28 April Reply

      your poignant, humble and very wise poem spoke deeply to my heart at a time I most needed it. thank you

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