To Jeni

Thirteen, a number

teenager, adolescent

young woman

These words become

a picture painted

just for you

My wish, erase

that page

allow no formula

Trust yourself, know

your path

treasure your instincts

Sense your purpose

see clearly

your life’s design

Take this symbol,

the chalice

empty and waiting

fill it, overflow it

with joy

unlimited possibilities

By Ruth A. Souther - 1995

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