Beat and Ache

Summary

"Beat and Ache" is a reflective poem by Jenny Justice exploring the dichotomy of life's rhythmic pulse and pain, expressing gratitude amidst the struggle.

Abstract

The poem "Beat and Ache" by Jenny Justice delves into the contrasting experiences of life, oscillating between moments of vitality and pain. Justice expresses a profound sense of gratitude for the emotional depth these experiences bring, despite the discomfort and hurt they may cause. The poem suggests that within the daily cycle of 'beating and aching,' there is a need for a pause, a space to be filled with thankfulness. Justice's work is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit, acknowledging the pain while also appreciating the beauty in the moments of vulnerability.

Opinions

The poet, Jenny Justice, conveys a sense of appreciation for the emotional labor involved in feeling deeply, even when it involves pain.
There is an underlying optimism in the poem, as Justice finds value in the emotional journey, including the discomfort.
The poem suggests that the balance between pain and joy is a fundamental aspect of the human condition.
Justice emphasizes the importance of gratitude, implying that it can provide solace and perspective during challenging times.
The acknowledgment of the need for a 'pause' indicates a belief in the necessity of mindfulness and reflection in coping with life's adversities.

A Poem

There seems to be little in between

beat and ache

there seems to be a lot of weeping and seeping bleeding as they call it, with disdain, dripping and

pouring and spilling and hurting I am grateful she is doing her job

I am grateful she is feeling so much Beat and ache

beat and ache

it’s every day waking up thankfully, yes, thank you, yes

but it is knowing that in between the beating and aching somehow there has to be

a pause

that we can fill with gratitude.

Jenny‌ ‌Justice‌, Poet.‌ ‌Sociologist. Teacher. Mother. Woman. Author‌ ‌of‌ ‌Love‌ ‌in‌ ‌the‌ ‌Time‌ ‌of‌ ‌Climate‌ ‌Change‌ ‌and‌ ‌Reveal.‌ ‌You‌ ‌can‌ ‌read‌ ‌more‌ ‌of‌ ‌her‌ ‌poetry‌ ‌at‌‌ ‌Justice‌ ‌Poetic.‌‌ ‌‌Sign‌ ‌up‌ ‌for‌ ‌her‌ ‌newsletter‌ ‌‌here‌.‌

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