Circle of Women

Women gather in circles

to the rhythm of ancient drums



to celebrate
to birth
to mother
to weep
to laugh
to eat
to hold each other close
to heal

we offer each other the healing salve of friendship
of common experience

weaving a tapestry of our own traditions
a secondary family for our children

each added fiber
making the bond stronger
fleshing out our story
told in vibrant colors

this beautiful swirl of love fell in line with the winds
as the wish of a community to be born emerged
we continue on
years later
growing outwardly
growing inwardly as well
and we have quietly promised to remain

many hands are present

to help and offer guidance

abundance surrounds us

in the spirit of love I give thanks
for this circle
and the promise
that we will continue to remember

how to honor each other

and how to keep the flow of the juju

in our veins

our spirits

and our hearts

Thank you