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The Goddess Within by Shirley Swift

You arrived at my birthing
As my body emerged from my mother's blood
And since that time I have been conscious
That somewhere, in the deepest place
Your presence has always been.
Nourishment from your warm breasts
As you suckled me in the ways of life
Became my protection in the world --
A shield for me of your design
A path I chose to follow.
Welcomed into the Sisterhood
According to the cycle of the moon
Your chosen consort was brought to me
For him to take my virgin blood --
Womanhood's price fully paid.
You gave me knowledge of love
Natural hunger to ride urgent and free
A momentary bonding with man
And children came forth from my womb
The circle of Life complete.
And now, grown wise in your ways
Sensing your fire within me still burning
The Goddess is finally revealed
A woman reborn fully grown
And ready to live anew.

posted by Shirley @ Friday, December 02, 2005