The Map Poem by Carolyn Brunelle

If I drew you a map
would you travel inside
try to find the child;
all the secret places she hides?

If I showed you the way
would you follow the roads,
take on my burdens
perhaps carry my load?

With a wave of your wand
would you work your magic,
take away all I've learned
from both the good and the tragic?

I've had my share of suffering and pain, but
every sorrow and loss has turned to joy again.
I am who I am, because of this glory road;
and the sum of my life lies hidden in each fold.