Linda Lavid , an artist/writer from Western New York, has been doing collages with stories. To learn more, please visit www.lindalavidart.com

She Runs with Wolves

Look at her. What do you see?

Her name is Phoenix, breaking from the embers, rising from the ash. The boundless distances she’s traveled were wrought with lessons, many ignored, luckily not all. There were times she was brave when she stayed; cowardly when she left. She has dealt out abuse, lies, excuses and overdrew on second, third, fourth chances. She forgave herself when no one else did. Still she stands in grace with love in her heart and an outstretched hand.

Look at her. Who do you see?