Re-framing Weakness
“Everyone sees what you appear to be, few experience what you really are.”
Weakness
a fine line in a marble statue
not deep enough to crack,
but penetrating enough to create a story…
or a vulnerability like a chink in a coat of armor
or strength of character
and trust in those who love you?
Weakness
a fault line in the earth
reminding us of the fragility of our existence
and yet sturdy enough to walk on…
or indecision like a snowflake wafting in the air
or certainty that the world will continue
even when we falter?
Weakness
a soft spot in an overripe peach
reminding us to taste, quickly, before it’s too late
and savor the sticky nectar dribbling down our chin…
or imperfection like a mountain range
erupting from a tranquil valley full of crevices and pitfalls
or offering a majestic view from the top?
January prompt-a-day from write alm – today’s prompt is weakness|strength
Jennifer Wolfe
Jennifer Wolfe, a writer-teacher-mom, is dedicated to finding the extraordinary in the ordinary moments of life by thinking deeply, loving fiercely, and teaching audaciously. Jennifer is a Google Certified Educator, Hyperdoc fanatic, and a voracious reader. Read her stories on her blog, mamawolfe, and grab free copies of her teaching and parenting resources.
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Comments: 15
Rebecca Forstadt Olkowski
March 28, 2018I love your descriptions of weakness and the photos that accompany them. I especially relate to the overripe peach dribbling down a chin tasting it before it’s too late.
Jennifer Wolfe
April 7, 2018Rebecca, thank you so much! I always think of my babies and how they were so present when they were eating – just enjoying every peach dribble they got! Take care, xoxo
Brenda
January 17, 2014Very true about our weakness giving us strength. I too am looking forward to three days of recharge. BTW, we need to go for a walk again some time soon.
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Jennifer Wolfe
January 22, 2014Yes, Brenda – yes! I hope you were able to rest and recharge, and yes! Let’s do go for a walk soon! I miss you! ~Jennifer
Carrie @ poet in the pantry
January 16, 2014<3 Love this. Weakness gives us so many strengths.
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Jennifer Wolfe
January 17, 2014Thank you, Carrie. I agree…if only we can just step back and take a deep look at what is really happening. Thanks so much for supporting mamawolfe! ~Jennifer
Lindsey
January 15, 2014Oh, I love this. This reminds me of a phrase I’ve heard before about how the gift is next to the wound … or something along those lines. I sure hope that’s true. xox
Jennifer Wolfe
January 16, 2014Thanks you, Lindsey. I haven’t heard that phrase exactly, but I think as I grow older (and hopefully wiser) I’m realizing that every little experience offers us a chance to learn, to grow, to become stronger. Things that society may see as weaknesses (especially for women) can actually work to our advantage. Thanks so much for supporting mamawolfe. ~Jennifer
Angie
January 15, 2014A lovely collection of nature words. Just beautiful.
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Jennifer Wolfe
January 16, 2014Hi Angie, and thank you! During the winter, especially, I spend a lot of time in the mountains, and am always astounded by the beauty I find there, as well as the clarity of thought I feel when I’m surrounded by the stillness. Thanks so much for commenting! ~Jennifer
Angie
January 17, 2014Our weekend hikes slow in the Winter, but I’m glad to see the mountains daily from my house. They are beautiful and I find such peace in them. So glad you do, too. <3
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Jennifer Wolfe
January 17, 2014Yes, Angie – and I can’t wait for some peacefulness during this upcoming three day weekend! ~Jennifer
Jennifer Wolfe
January 17, 2014Yes, Angie – and I’m so looking forward to peacefulness on this three day weekend! ~Jennifer
amanda
January 15, 2014love this, “a soft spot in an overripe peach.”
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Jennifer Wolfe
January 16, 2014Thank you, Amanda. I always try to convince my kids that the soft spot is actually the sweetest, best part of the fruit! And thank you, thank you for your lovely writing prompts, too! ~Jennifer