Hopeful Story, May 12, 2013

  This poem is a reflection of things I've been learning lately about the nature of God and his creation. I know that there are lessons to be learned in the 'valleys' of my life. I know that I’ll come through them with a greater understanding of pain, I’ll be more compassionate and empathetic toward those who suffer constantly. And I’ll have more patience for people who can’t move quickly because of the state of their health. I’ll also be better equipped to relate to shut ins and people who choose to be socially isolated.
  Sometimes, when I can’t bring myself to pray, I write my thoughts into a song or a poem, just to get it out of me. God hears me either way.

Dear God 

You hold me in your open palm, 

my life before your eyes 

You see all that awaits me 

from birth to my demise 

The hilltops and the valleys 

and all that lies between 

The hidden reasons for each step 

on a path that is unseen 

Know every word to the whole song 

before I write one down 

And all the things I long to say 

when I can’t make a sound 

I mess up all the time Lord. 

I wander from your way 

And yet you worry not for you know 

that when I stray 

It’s only to learn more about 

the depth of your compassion 

So thank you, Lord, for teaching me 

in such a loving fashion 

Amen 

- Heidi