This poem was inspired by Stacie at Girl Griot who is using the “Golden Shovel” format for her poetry this month. I happen to have a favorite Lucille Clifton poem and decided to try my own.
I’ve chosen the first line: I am not done yet
Time keeps flowing on and I
continue to struggle with who I am.
Everyday shows me who I am not.
I know it is not about what I get done
but more about the power of “yes” and “not yet.”
wake up and write 
April 20th, 2021 at 8:06 pm
You are making me smile so happily right now!
“the power of “yes” and “not yet.”” Wow. Yes, yes, yes, yes, yes. Thank you!
April 20th, 2021 at 8:19 pm
Lines 3 and 5 are especially great: “Everyday shows me who I am not.” and “the power of “yes” and “not yet.”” Well. I’ll need to take some time to think about how those two work together. Also, hooray for Lucille Clifton!
April 21st, 2021 at 5:00 pm
The power of not yet! I love those words. Lovely golden shovel!