Through The Noise Find Connection

Like a veil
that covers just enough
making one want
to throw it aside...

Like the relief it is
to drive out
of low clouds
that blanket streets
and dim lights
try to help us find our way...

Like the noise
and commotion all around
that makes me lean in,
make special eye contact,
tune out the noise
and focus so much harder...

This is the joy of pressing through
and finding connection made.

Where easy
would not have made me
try harder.
Where perfect view
would have me take for granted.
Where clear skies
would have robbed desire
for clarity.

It is in the struggle
that connections are made
deeper, stronger, longer
and where gratefulness occurs
and grace, forgiveness,
honesty, vulnerability
and the sweetness
of experience never found
when all is good.

Next time you face a struggle,
find the hidden treasures.