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Peak of Blossom

K. Bird

you are one among billions
of flowers
 
opened in vibrancy
from the root of catastrophe
 
even as one plucks dead heads
rubbing their pulpy wither
between finger and thumb
the blossoms rage on
 
consider the invisible lines
made criss crossed by
winged ones
and splendor of crocus
 
do not retreat into despair
of ungraspable beauty
 
allow your cries
like the peacock
to sing with unstoppable radiance
 
and if you can not allow yourself
to believe
this is happening
simply smile

"It is inspiring to witness the gifts K. Bird shares in her writing and will support those who want to learn more about open-hearted justice as well as self-care."

— Kate T. Donohue, Ph.D., REAT
Licensed psychologist, international teacher & trainer

"K. Bird is amazing! Read everything she writes!!! Queer, trans, cis-gendered, non-binary… she cares for all of us and writes authentically sharing wisdom that is unique, meaningful, and true."

— Rain Elizabeth Stickney, MA
Healing Arts Practitioner

"K. Bird brings incredible creativity and thoughtfulness to everything she does. Whether she is working with a therapy client, engaging in self-reflection, or showing up for the people in her life, K. Bird is always her full self. It is clear that K. Bird is called to the work of spiritual exploration, both with her clients and herself."

— Zoe Levenson, LCSW

"K. Bird is an artist, healer, visionary and beautiful human who cultivates a powerful connection with spirit. I'm grateful for the wisdom K. Bird shares with us all."

— Erika Demers, LMFT
Registered Expressive Arts Therapist

"K. Bird has a beautiful poetic ability to communicate both the invisible and visible. Her poetry and prose offer support and inspire growth with sensitivity and care. Her expressive arts background comes through in her writing and as a therapist, as well as her deep connection to the spirit realm and universal energies."

— Nicki Koethner, MA, MFT

"K. Bird brings incredible creativity and thoughtfulness to everything she does. Whether she is working with a therapy client, engaging in self-reflection, or showing up for the people in her life, K. Bird is always her full self. It is clear that K. Bird is called to the work of spiritual exploration, both with her clients and herself."

— Zoe Levenson, LCSW