While I Wait… ✍🏼
I sit in the quiet
between almost and not yet,
where numbers don’t move,
and sales trickle
like rain that forgot
its promise to fall.
Some days, the lack is loud
reminding me of what hasn’t come,
what I can’t force,
what I can only hope for.
So I return to the one thing
still within reach…myself.
My hands, my heart,
my small, stubborn devotion
to the craft that keeps me breathing.
I paint, I write, I build
not because it fixes the drought,
but because it roots me
in what will someday bloom.
It keeps me invested
in the unknown harvest,
faithful to seeds
that haven’t broken ground.
Waiting becomes its own teacher.
Lack becomes its own refining fire.
And…
I choose to stay in my creativity
even when the world feels slow to see it.
Because maybe the work is the proof
that I’m not done.
Maybe the patience is the bridge
to what’s coming.
And perhaps,
in the between; now and later,
God is growing me
so I can carry
what I’m praying for. 😭
Waiting can be one of the most challenging phases in any creative journey. I’ve learned that during these quiet seasons, when progress feels stalled, it’s crucial to hold onto both patience and purpose. The poem reflects my own acceptance that growth isn’t always visible at first—it’s happening beneath the surface, in subtle ways. Creativity becomes not just a passion, but a lifeline. Whether it’s painting, writing, or building, engaging in these acts helps me stay connected to my inner self and maintain hope for the future. I encourage others to use this time as an opportunity to refine their skills and deepen their dedication, regardless of external recognition or immediate results. The image text reminds me that although waiting can feel like hanging on for dear life or slipping away, it’s still a privilege to create. These moments of struggle can ignite a refining fire that strengthens us. Like seeds planted in the soil, our efforts will eventually bloom—even if it takes time to see it. Holding onto faith and continuing the craft can make the quiet wait a powerful teacher.
