STORM
There are times in our lives
when we question it all
Life; Death;
the purpose of a heartache
And it’s then we must realize
that if we had no emotions,
felt no grief,
cried no tears,
and experienced no pain,
We would surely be unable to appreciate
the joys of laughter,
the warmth of love,
or even the simple goodness of friendship.
For we don’t truly
know how sweet a flower smells
without knowing the stench of something spoiled.
And we can’t appreciate the tranquil days
until we’ve suffered the storm.
We often don’t realize how complex
creation can be until we meet it
face to face
and stare it in the eyes.
Well, I held a miracle
in my hands as it took its first breath of life;
and I’ve knelt on freshly turned earth to mourn.
It’s not always easy.
It’s not always fair.
I know how it feels
to question the purpose;
and fill with grief so unbelievable
there are no words.
But you must realize
that all of life is balanced.
We cannot predict or judge;
but only understand
that the symmetry will continue.
That’s His way.
Our part is to savor the fragrant flowers
and the warmth of the sun;
to hear the laughter
and remember the smiles.
(May 24, 2011)