from beginning to end

Sarah Maria photographed by Morgan Thompson.

this is the vessel I have chosen 

this is the vessel that chose me 

to honor and cherish

to carry and hold 

for all of our days together

there is no one

I need to be kinder to

more patient with 

or more nurturing to

than myself 

in this moment.

only once my roots are watered 

and I’ve had plenty of sun 

and I learn to understand

and meet my needs alone

will I be able to share myself 

in ways that are good for my vessel 

-words by sarah maria

Sarah Maria photographed by Morgan Thompson.

Sarah Maria photographed by Morgan Thompson.

Sarah Maria photographed by Morgan Thompson.

Sarah Maria photographed by Morgan Thompson.