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You came into my life,
dancing like a deer in a pristine forest.
From grove to grove,
I danced with you.
You were in all my stories and dreams.
And best of all,
you lived with me in a way no one else has.
Since then,
there were new journeys and dances.
I was lit up by your presence,
and we were at life’s peak.
All these years, you were mine.
And the forest was ours.
But today, you’re gone.
And I will never have you back the same way.
You have lived your life.
And I am still living mine.
It’s just that our trails part here.
I am in shock to realize that you’re no longer mine.
You never were.
You were my partner,
my friend,
my dancing legend.
You took me on your journey,
and I took you on mine.
I know I will be hearing from you now and then.
So will your other friends and admirers.
I also know you have not lost your love and interest for me.
You have always adjusted to change faster than I have.
My adjustments have always come more slowly.
And I need more time to grieve.
Lots more time.
You belong to God now.
Always have.
And now you are together,
face to face,
gracing the divine.
You’re not mine, I know now.
But thank you for our life together.
I have been blessed,
but I am living in my blessing’s shadow.
Help me to grieve,
and let you go where you belong.
(Suggested Song: Hear You Me - Jimmy Eat World)
© 2002 Cornerstone Media, Inc., All Rights Reserved
This reflection, accompanied by current music, is featured on the October 2002 edition of Monthly Audio Powerthoughts.