Net

Photo © Jennifer Wagner

 

It’s amazing how waves

crash the shore

but leave behind

a silky beach—

smoothed,

the rubble rinsed away.

 

So here I am, as I am,

fretful, storm-tossed, casting my cares

like a net into the crest

of your promise to care for me,

and land in the smooth sanctum

of your peace.

 

© 2026 Jennifer Wagner

 

“Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6-7

 

“Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.” 1 Peter 5:7

 

What’s Going On? 

like navajo sandstone

 

 

i am shaped by water

shaped by rain

shaped by wind caressing me

like a lover

from the small of my back

to my shoulders

running long fingers

through my wild roots

 

even when life hollows me

i am not empty

i am filled with light

rattling through my bones

like antelope hooves

like quail murmuring

like the grooves and the thrum

and the drum of song

 

 

 

© 2026 jennifer wagner

 

dVerse poetics: an unpunctuated poem

 

 

“But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect,” 1 Peter 3:15

 

photo: antelope canyon © jennifer wagner