Thanks to Teach Write Camp Counselors, Donnetta and Heather, who encouraged me to practice writing a nonet. I took the opportunity to start processing my third pregnancy (I’m at the halfway mark!).
When I read the word ‘pregnant,’ I cried
because this was not my plan, not
yet, not now. How will we pay
for all the things? How will
our marriage fare with
one more baby to
feed and hold
and love
and
then
I am
reminded
that my village
is willing and able,
that God makes no mistakes
that this child will be so loved.
And that my grief is okay, my
sadness is sacred. I will still rise.
britt escribe 
Your honesty is welcomed. Often (and rightfully so) pregnancies are conveyed as joyous. Congratulations!!! And you’re right your bundle will be so so loved.
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Congratulations. Unexpected. A little scary. Totally loved.
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I love the nonet structure and your honesty. It flowed so beautifully. Life is what happens when we are busy making plans…..:)
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I love how you used 2 nonets as a stanzas and inverted the 2nd one from one to nine syllables. The poem rises to reflect your final words- I will rise.
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First of all–congratulations! I love how you structured this poem as it shows the ups and downs of all your emotions. You are right. God makes no mistakes! Enjoy these last months. Your village will be ready for you!
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I am one proud Camp Counselor. Look at you!!! Your emotions are valid. I pray you and your family find all the JOY associated with new life. And, Yes…God makes no mistakes.
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Britt, the photo is stunning and the news is divine, even if it was not expected. I am impressed that you tried out a double nonet. This line is true: “God makes no mistakes”.
Your baby is going to be a blessing so enjoy your remaining time until the blessed event. Then, fill your heart with baby joy.
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Oh Britt! I love this so much! You touched my heart:)
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❤️
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And the village is ecstatic!
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Loved it
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