I feel the fatigue as you pull out a smile and put it on
I smell the sweat of fear and doubt as you try to suppress it
I defend you in rooms where you are not present
I know the weight you carry as you profess that you're "good."
I see the unseen forces that tug at your mind, will and emotions
I hear the tracks of the tears that try to drown you in the quiet
I speak prayers for you when I hear whispers in the darkness
You are
More precious than gold or silver
More brilliant than diamonds
A kaleidoscope of all things good
I get it
I got you
I will
fill the lamp with oil and send the light out
I will
tie a rope around an ancient olive tree, tie a smooth pebble to it and throw it to you.
Where you are
Amen.
🩵
"Fear not, for I am with you; Be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, Yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.’”
Isaiah 41:10 NKJV
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Colleen Walters
Just a girl who likes to write poems, usually inspired by events and people in my Florida life.. Always be you, because you are awesome. You matter. You are enough.. ❤️
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Comments (4)
Oh, this is a balm and a blessing! He sees the tear before it falls, hears the prayer before it’s spoken, and walks into every darkness with us carrying the light. 💖
Awww, this was so SO sweet! Loved it so much!
So beautifully written! I love it! Thank you.
This is so powerful. It really hits home how we all carry unseen burdens. We should support each other like this more often.