Splinters of Light

John tells us in his gospel that we are the light. When we accept Christ and become part of the family of God, we are put on a lamp stand. We are the city on the hill. People will see us. Our light will shine. The only choice we have is the amount of Light we allow through the cracks in these earthen vessels.The brilliance of that reflection, the penetrating power of Christ's Spirit in our lives is His gift to us. Now, I offer to you those words He would not let me ignore; words that crowded behind walls of hesitancy, words that tumbled through the cracks and became splinters of light. May Christ be honored and a tiny part of His glory revealed in these small splinters.The book is introduced by Gloria Gaither, friend and mentor.

The poetry in Splinters of Light represents the best of my work of forty+ years.  I did not realize its power until I heard others read it.  Minnie Remembers is here as well as other pieces representing all ages and stages of life.  Whether you laugh or hurt, cry or rejoice, you will identify with the poetry here.  I offer it from my heart to yours. Donna Swanson 12/15/2012