Thoughts

When I think back

To times gone by

I can truly say

You were by my side

My hopes and dreams

Were contained

In my heart

For You to cultivate

I tried to be faithful

Tried to persevere

Some stresses

Were too severe

I find myself wanting

To feel You near

To hear Your voice

Whisper in my ear

This year has been

A great test

To my self-esteem

I am trying my best

Each raindrop that falls

On my windowpane

Seems to beget

The hurt and pain

That comes with loss

Of those we love

The ones we know

Are with You above

Restore, redeem, renew

Make a way

For the lost to come

Into the fray