Dark foreboding clouds
Filled with the tears of my soul
They open and expell the pain
Not in tiny droplets but large mega drops
My soul cries in anguish as the words
Inside my head chastise and demonize
You have failed, it’s your fault they admonish
Through the tears I plead for forgiveness
Pray for mercy, healing and hope
As I bow my head and praise His name
Forboding is replaced by the tiny glint
Then a luminous glow showers me as I
Recall the soulful song “Be Encouraged”
No matter how dark the road may appear
I am Encouraged in the Lord!
This hurt will subside and I’ll be cloaked
In My Father’s arms, so no matter the challenge
Be Encouraged in the Lord
~Until next time!
Shelley Shockley's Views from Collinwood 