Lost

 If I could lose myself, I would seek in earnest steps where the sea finds the edge of the mountains and the sun bleeds into the sky. 

If I could lose myself, I would plant me feet firmly at the edge of a rainy day and soak up every drop without restraint. Casting my umbrella into the wind. 

If I could lose myself, I would scream in the still of silence, shattering my fears within the echoes of my years. Letting out what has held me in. 

If I could lose myself, I would run with determination towards that unseen tomorrow, willing and able to find my own pace. One foot in front of the other in steady assurance, unwavering.

If I could lose myself, I would listen to the rhythm of my beating heart and dance with unbridled joy, embracing the beauty within and without, quieting the noise of doubt. 

If I could lose myself, I would undoubtedly see with open eyes this tangled imperfection of self. Full and overflowing as I was always meant to be, then and only then, would I find me.  

KEC

aka Deo Volente

10/9/2025

You're not alone - explained

Have you ever felt alone? I have. 

By any chance, are you lonely now?

Loneliness is not an easy emotion to maneuver through, 

and the holidays can make it even more pronounced. 

Though I am years removed from that time of my life,

I recall it as clearly as though it were yesterday. 

That's why I wrote You're not alone. 

In its original form I said call me but realized that where I am limited, God is not. 

Though we may not always feel his presence or hear his voice, 

he is never far from us. 

So, if you are feeling lonely, 

I hope this poem serves as a remind that you are not alone. 

D.V.

T'll we meet again

I'll let the moments slip away, 

watching night turn into day. 

And do what I must do, 

till I return to you. 

I'll work these fingers to the bone, 

in crowded room I'll stand alone.

Guided by what's true, 

this heart beats just for you. 

I'll wipe away these bitter tears, 

as day turns into longing years. 

And sky begins to grey, 

my courage will not sway. 

I'll walk in paces sound and sure,

never wanting any more...

than what was meant to be.

Wait my love and see,

I will return to thee. 

KEC

aka Deo Volente

2/7/2026

Notable quote

"Everybody is a genius, but if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid."

-Albert Einstein.

Noble Peace Prize 1964 - MLK

I sat silently this morning, thinking about the man behind the day. If you are wondering who and what I am referring to, here is the answer, today is MLK day. 

It seems to me that most everyone at some time or another has listened to his I Have a Dream speech, but have you ever listened to his Nobel Peace Prize Acceptance speech? 

I listened to it for the first time this morning and though as expected, it was a speech encompassing the struggles of the 1960's, and rightly so, it also delved into something deeper. A borderless plight I suppose is one way to describe it. If you have never heard it, I hope you take the time to listen to it someday. 

Happy MLK day.

D.V.

1/19/2026

Being there

Take her hand surely in humble reply, 

to all the emotions her words will deny.

Deep in the clutch of a whisper, 

beyond where the world tries to keep her. 

Pull her in closer as stars start to shine, 

to give her a glimpse of what she hoped to find.

In still and in silence of night,

let her soak in all the light.

Hold her as softly as snowflakes that fall,

so far from this moment, her heart will recall.

For you have the chance to redeem...

this dreamer that lost will to dream.

Remind her in message, in action, in prose,

thorns are a part of the birth of each rose.

That perfection is mythical at best, 

and this is no more than a test...

so have faith and give God the rest. 

KEC

aka Deo Volente

1/17/2026

Fire

Have you ever felt like you've fallen short? If you said yes, I am right there with you. If you said no, call me, I would love to know your secret. 

On a serious note, I am so inspired when I see a person on fire for God, not literally, spiritually. Someone with a peace that passeth understanding, untouched by the hurdles of life, rooted in faith and unshakeable. Someone with a soul that you can see from miles away and feel just as intensely. 

Do you know what I mean? 

The thing is, I don't think that's something we can learn and I am certain it isn't something we can fake. I think we either have it or we don't. For those like me who don't, we strive for it, hopeful that someday it will be. Yet for those who do, I can almost guarantee you they don't even realize it. Because to them, it simply is who they are...isn't that amazing?

D.V.

1/15/2026