Poetry Pause is the League of Canadian Poets’ daily poetry dispatch. Read “Petals” by Catherine Cicuttini.

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Petals

By Catherine Cicuttini

I walked slower today

I felt the pavement push against my feet

I felt kindness

and found possibilities

I saw doves,

and bees,

and gently swaying trees

I discovered fate

in the tiniest of moments.

I lifted my chin

smiling up at the sky

—laughing.

Look at my petals turning towards the light

a silly girl who just couldn’t believe

that doing things differently

could make her feel alright.

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Copyright © Catherine Cicuttini

Catherine Cicuttini is a late-diagnosed neurodivergent woman who is passionate about books, poetry, writing, and fostering authentic connection within her many and varied communities. She also has a keen interest in healing and is currently working on an anthology about her eating disorder recovery. You can find some of her poetry in HNDL Mag or connect with her on Instagram @the.everyday.with.catherine.

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