Threadbare and Blooming

POETRY

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In this powerful collection of poetry, Penelope Wren confronts the unspoken truths of her past and the resilient spirit that carried her forward. Through raw, evocative verse, she explores the shadows of childhood trauma, the complexities of love, and the search for inner peace.

Each poem offers a window into moments of heartbreak, healing, and self-discovery, crafted from years of reflection and courage. Untrained but deeply authentic, Smyth’s words resonate with anyone who has ever faced darkness and sought the light within.

This is more than poetry—it’s a journey through pain, survival, and ultimately, hope. For those who long to be understood or inspired by stories of perseverance, Whispers of Innocence invites you to share in its deeply personal revelations.

At 34, Penelope Wren is choosing to share work that has quietly carried me through the last decade. I’m an executive, a mother, and a late-blooming writer learning softer ways to live. These poems were written across years of reflection and repair. They are untrained, honest, and shaped by a stubborn hope for better days.

Through my words, I am confronting the darkness of my past, weaving pain and resilience into a tapestry of reflection and catharsis. My journey is one of reclaiming power, challenging societal expectations, and rewriting my own narrative.

Each poem in this collection is a step toward a less broken version of myself, seeking to transform survival into strength and fear into hope.