If I think about it long enough
would circumstances change?
My child, that way is long and rough
such things are mine to rearrange
When I talk about the problem oft
will my pity parties wane?
My child, that lifts small things aloft
and drives a mind insane
And what if I pretend or hide
just say, “The problem isn’t there?”
As a sand castle cannot stop the tide
that road won’t get you anywhere
Then what if I demand my way
or push these things toward others?
My child, you’d find that sorrows stay
you weren’t a keeper to your brothers
But what if it’s too big or small
why concern your mighty hand?
My child, your pride and doubt’s a wall
by them you’ll never understand
Then all I’ve left is to lay them down
to leave them at your feet!
My child, then wipe away your frown
this path alone brings joy complete
Author notes
"Martha, Martha," the Lord answered, "you are worried and upset about many things, but only one thing is needed. Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her." Luke 10:41-42
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Comments
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Thrilling!!!
'if I think about it long enough
would circumstances change?
My child, that way is long and rough
such thing are mine to rearrange"
Wow, how many times have I had to relearn that lesson.
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This is awesome and almost as good as reading my bible...
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Yes, I am.
Mostly I seem to be relearning the same lessons over and over. Can't quite get them to stick it seems.
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