BONES OF ABANDONED FUTURES
Embracing Shadows: Johanna Warren's Poetic Liberation
Lyrics
The time is ripe for killing
The opportune moment has arrived for ending something.
The dream that never came true
Refers to a dream that was never realized or fulfilled.
I came wearing a white gown
The speaker arrived wearing purity or innocence.
Now I’m burying it in the cold ground
The white gown is being buried, symbolizing letting go of innocence, possibly in a harsh or indifferent environment.
For I wish no longer to be bound to you
Expressing the desire to break free from a connection or commitment.
The time is ripe for cutting
Indicates a suitable time for severing ties with illusions or false beliefs.
Through the illusions we’ve been clinging to
Suggests detachment from misleading perceptions or ideals.
I enter the void
Entering a state of emptiness or contemplation.
With resolute pride
Approaching the void with determination and self-esteem.
For I know now what I must do
Realizing and accepting what needs to be done.
The time is ripe for the slaughter
Time is suitable for a metaphorical slaughter, letting emotions flow freely.
And letting the blood run freely
Allowing emotions to flow like blood, releasing inner turmoil.
Expel from my body
Getting rid of emotional impurity or negativity within.
The putrid mess inside me
Reclaiming personal power or strength.
And call back my magic to me
Reconnecting with one's magical or creative essence.
The time is ripe for burying
Time is appropriate for letting go of unfulfilled aspirations or possibilities.
The bones of abandoned futures
Burying the remnants of unrealized dreams or plans.
I’ve pulled out the knife,
Physically pulling out a knife, a metaphor for taking decisive action.
The ruins are blooming with new life
New growth and opportunities emerge from the ruins or difficulties.
And I won’t let you rip out the sutures
Determined to prevent someone from causing further harm or pain.
The time is ripe for offerings
Time for making symbolic gestures or sacrifices to those disappointed.
To the Spirits I’ve disappointed
Acknowledging and confessing mistakes or shortcomings.
Lay myself bare
Being vulnerable and open, seeking purification or blessing.
Confess I was fully aware
Admitting full awareness of past actions.
And humbly ask to be anointed
Humbly asking for a consecration or blessing.
The time is come for stillness
Time has arrived for calmness and focused nurturing of positivity.
And mindful cultivation of light
Cultivating light or positivity with mindfulness.
Soothing the sting
Comforting the pain and grief caused by losses.
And the sorrows of losing
Dealing with the sorrows of losing through vigorous expression or action.
By singing with all of my might
Expressing emotions with full intensity and strength.
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