Thaw

That tingling, that raw, pounding pain is the cost of coming alive. She’s subsisted frozen, a suspended non-animation for so long, the thaw comes at a price. Blackened extremities feel the pulse-surge and scream in the flow – but only the living feel. Only the breathing palpitate. Only the viable thaw…

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That tingling,

that raw, pounding pain

is the cost of coming alive.

She’s subsisted frozen,

a suspended non-animation

for so long,

the thaw comes at a price.

Blackened extremities

feel the pulse-surge

and scream in the flow –

but only the living feel.

Only the breathing palpitate.

Only the viable

thaw…

Responses to “Thaw”

  1. Gallivanta

    Now that has set me wondering? How does it feel to thaw? For a tree, I mean. If we put a frozen finger under warm water, it hurts.

    1. melodylowes

      I was taking photos recently and my fingers HURT when they got warm because of the extreme cold air – I wonder?

  2. Debbie

    Powerful AGAIN, Melody! I’m all for thawing, even if it’s painful!

    1. melodylowes

      I am, too – and it is, Debbie – it is….

  3. LizzieJoy

    I just absolutely love these words, Melody. Not only do they apply to the tree, they also apply to my awakening. They give me an answer to a question I asked before I fell asleep last night. God surely works in mysterious ways. Bless you, dear friend.

    1. melodylowes

      Thank you Lizzie! I too am awakening – and the miracle is so lovely, it must be expressed! Thank you for sharing some of your journey with me…

  4. Heidi Viars

    Thawing brings a certain amount of pain and also reveals what’s underneath … thawing is good!

    1. melodylowes

      It certainly is! Thanks Heidi!

  5. I HAVE A VOICE

    I believe i’m thawing everyday ! Spiritually ~

    1. melodylowes

      That’s a good sign… 🙂

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