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Gods Hands
Hands from Heaven
With the rain pouring down
With the wind howling around
The lights going out
Those fierce and unearthly sounds.
We did not sit in silence
We did not sit in fear
We laughed amongst ourselves
We played games and told stories dear
We never felt afraid
We never thought to worry
Our lives where in his hands
There was no need to worry
Surrounding us where Angels
We where held in Loves embrace
Our Family made it through
We where held in Gods Embrace.
Sometimes in life we take things for granted. Sometimes it takes an event of untold destruction, sometimes sadness, and sometimes it can be a joy so profound that it can change us forever. What ever the reason might be we should always remember to treasure the moments we have together for only today is promised to us. Each day is a blessing and I intend to make the most of each and everyone that I have remaining.
I wrote this to remind myself of that. I also wanted to pay tribute to those who where not as lucky as we where when the tornado touched down over the weekend. At least 23 people lost their lives and others lost their homes, a family member, or a loved one. The material items can be replaced but lives cannot. The buildings can be rebuilt and the jobs which where lost can be brought back but nothing will replaced the souls which where lost that day. So in a way my little tribute is also a prayer.
The Embrace is my way of saying that when the time comes we cannot worry. Even if we should lose it all. If we have placed our lives in the Lords hands then what will be will be.
#1 - Wed Apr 20, 2011 2:09 PM EDTVery nice tribute Tony.
I pray that all those who lost someone in these storms take solace that only the flesh is dead which is what separates us all from God, however, the souls of those love ones, friends etc. are in tack and are now with God in all of His glory they now are able to see and understand the full truth, something we all will have the opportunity to do, some just are called home sooner then others, doesn't make us miss them any less however, but knowing where they are does bring me much peace and comfort in this flesh world.
#5 - Thu Apr 21, 2011 3:58 PM EDTAnother beautiful post, Tony.
This post reminds me of my family when the power goes out. We're the kind of people who live in the same house, but live separate lives. There are days where we don't speak to each other. But when the power goes out, we all gather in the living room and tell stories and always end up laughing until we can't breathe. And it goes on until the power goes back on (when we "scatter like cockroaches" back to our stations, as I like to say!).
I always enjoy those talks and really cherish those memories. We think it's funny how we have so much fun when the power's out.
#6 - Thu Apr 21, 2011 4:13 PM EDTThank you Tony, for helping me start of this new week with a smile. Your poetry is always so uplifting :)>-
#7 - Mon Apr 25, 2011 7:59 AM EDTI just absolutely love this Tony, kudos. Yes, we are in guiding hands. Personally, I cannot go it alone and faith helps a great deal.
Thanks for sharing your unique talents once again..............All the Best to you and yours, from Theresa
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