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144 · Jan 17
Look Up
Emma Burney Jan 17
In the darkness, I walk with fear,
Each step a trial, each breath, a tear.
But above the clouds, I lift my gaze,
Seeing the light, a future ablaze.

The storms roar, the wind pushes me,
But my heart stays strong, and my spirit free.
The stars shine, even in the dark of night,
They guide me, reminding me of the light.

I look up seeing God above,
His presence is there, I feel his love.
All my trials become paths anew
And all the darkness is filled with a brightened view.

The next time I falter, I’ll lift my eyes,
To the precious love, that goes beyond the skies.
God supports me, He shows the way,
And in his arms, I last each day.
Written in adoration
139 · Jan 14
Highs and Lows
Emma Burney Jan 14
In moments dear, our spirits soar,
With faith so strong, we seek no more.
The light of Christ, our guiding star,
Our struggle’s thief, we travel far.

We remember His abundant grace,
Through every joy, in every face.
His love is boundless, pure delight,
It casts away the slightest blight.

But in the lows, where crags run deep,
Hearts may falter; eyes may weep.
Despair and sorrow cloud our way,
And the light within us goes astray.

We question faith and feel alone,
In silent prayers, our feelings known.
In spite of this, His love remains,
Through the cross, he bore all pains.

Through highs and lows, our faith is tried,
In every tear, in every stride.
With the light of God, we find our way,
His grace secures us, come what may.

In Christ, we find our hope anew,
His love alight, guides us through.
In every trial, we grow in grace,
Until we meet Him face to face.
We all have those moments of highs and lows.
81 · Jan 11
Eyes
Emma Burney Jan 11
The tears flow down
And they hit the ground,
She cries in dark places
Where she cannot be found.
Those eyes tell a story
Of anger, fear, and pain
You think that she is happy
But just look again.
And the scars and cracks of the past
Lay hidden under her skin to last
“Her smile is now painted
She’s a master of disguise”
You can find it all
Just look in her eyes.
Do you ever have the feeling like you can't tell anyone how you feel? Through all that time listening to other people's problems I was struggling with stuff too but there wasn't really anyone I could go to. If there was I either didn't find time to let it all out or I just didn't trust anyone to be vulnerable too. There point in time where everything I bottled up needed to be led out. Faking being happy or content isn't good. You hide everything and you don't let people in. After I wrote this poem it helped me open up, be the person I wanted to be. It's also helped some friends I have to do the same. We are all in this world together, might as well love everyone even if it's not deserved. I hope this poem can help you as it did me and my friends.
All the best,
Emma Burney
71 · Jan 16
Found
Emma Burney Jan 16
I had the feeling of emptiness again,
This time I’d rate it a 10/10,
I felt lost
But now I feel found,
So no more of my tears will hit the ground.
I thank my friends for all they have done,
For they have loved me more than anyone.
Now, before I give an adieu
Don’t forget to be true
For even God loves you
In all that you do.
Always have people around to help <3
59 · Jan 16
It's Ok
Emma Burney Jan 16
As I remember him say,
“It’s ok not to be ok”
The feelings of pain will stay
But eventually they’ll drift away
You’ll be as happy as before
Like a newly open door
So don’t worry about the past
For it wasn’t meant to last.
This was a while ago but...
When he cared...
One thing I learned from him:
It is ok not to be ok
Eventually you will find your way:)
51 · Jan 14
Latin
Emma Burney Jan 14
Latin is dead
Dead as can be,
First it killed the Romans
Now it’s killing me.
When you realize how bad you are at English when you take Latin.
45 · Jan 17
Bye
Emma Burney Jan 17
Bye
You lost me,
It’s sad but it’s true.
So I wrote this poem, but only for you.
Roses are Red
And Violets are Blue
In my mind you were kind
And I thought you were true
So I gave you my heart
Then you tore it apart
The pain that I feel
Cut deeper than steel
One day it died and I didn’t cry
So I say goodbye, with no tears in my eye.

You lost me, and I found myself again,
The lessons I learned from the heartache back then.
I’ve healed and matured, with time as a guide,
No longer in the shadows, no need to hide.

The memories of you fade into the past,
I cherish the good, but know it wasn’t meant to last.
I walk a new path, with courage and faith,
Embracing the future with a smile on my face.

I found someone new
And I completely forgive you.
It was worth a try
But here’s my goodbye.
For you
I bid Adieu
<3
43 · Jan 14
What are the Odds
Emma Burney Jan 14
In the silent hours of night,
When tears fall softly out of sight,
I ponder love and life’s great loss.
What are the odds, beneath His cross?

A heart that once beat close to mine,
Now rests in peace, in God’s design.
The pain is sharp, the grief assured,
What are the odds of what I heard?

In every tear, I feel his grace,
What are the odds, in this dark place?
He holds me close, through every storm,
His presence real, His love so warm.

The echoes of your voice are sweet,
Now memories my heart will keep,
What are the odds that through this pain,
I find God’s love, and in loss, gain?

Through valleys deep, and shadows long,
In whispered prayers, He hears my song.
What are the odds, in my grief,
I find His peace, my soul’s relief?

I know you’re gone but your spirit stays,
In cherished moments, in countless ways.
What are the odds that even now,
God’s love heals, I don’t know how.

When dreams have faded into dust,
And heart’s companions, faith and trust,
When darkness seems to block my way,
A light within begins to sway.
What are the odds that I would find,
A love so pure, so gently kind.

With every step, in every breath,
In life, in joy, in pain, in death,
What are the odds?
I know it hurts, but it’s plain to see,
God is here, he walks with me.
Before going to Cross Country State, our team was informed that one of our fellow student's Mom had passed away that morning. I wrote this poem on the drive there in my view of what their perspective would be on the situation. For the repose of her soul and may God grant her peace.
40 · Jan 15
Endless Thoughts
Emma Burney Jan 15
In the stillness of the night,
A mind awake, a constant fight.
Endless thoughts, a heart that aches,
Through the silence, the mind partakes.

Eyes wide open, sleep eludes,
In the darkness, the mind intrudes.
Wandering thoughts, a restless quest,
Seeking answers, finding no rest.

The moon’s soft glow, the gentle guide,
Through the labyrinth, where thoughts reside.
Up all night, with a heart so full,
(Endless thoughts, a mind to mull or Seeking the answers, feeling the pull.)

Thoughts of future, echoes of past,
Memories fleeting, moments vast.
In the silence, dreams are told
That one day you may see unfold.

Through the night, the journey goes,
A dance of thoughts, a mind that knows.
Endless pondering, a heart’s delight,
That come what may and come what might

As dawn approaches, thoughts still roam,
In the quiet, of this home
All these thoughts, questions that wander,
Beyond the night, the soul grows fonder.
My mind is always awake
35 · Jan 16
Inside
Emma Burney Jan 16
You’re the most loyal person
But no one is ever loyal to you
You put up a fight for the people you love
But no one does the same for you
You stay up late at night
Overthinking things you’ve said or done
You’ve raised a barricade around yourself
So you won’t get hurt again
You feel so fragile that if you open up
The past will repeat itself
Now you wear a disguise
To hide all you feel inside
You people please just to feel at ease
And you forgive so you can try to forget
Most of all you feel like you have to say sorry
Even if it’s not your fault
Even if it’s not necessary at all…
Have you been that hurt?
Yes, by those I opened up to
Those who I thought were true
Those who may have been like me and you
All I ever really wanted
Was to be loved for who I am
But how am I supposed to open up
If they turn out to be a sham.
Pretty much explains itself :/
Can you relate?

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