A Reflection On Community Recovery

We were strangers when first we met, One affected by disaster, the other there to help And for a short while our paths were set. We started the journey as a guide and one lost As you struggled to find the power within yourself, To rebuild your life and evaluate the cost I saw your tears and felt your pain, And connected with compassion, to the sadness in your heart Now I feel very privileged to witness you smile again. As together we walked on the road to recovery You shared your story, your fears and your loss And along the way we made an important discovery We are all united in our love and our need To feel connected to family, friends and community Re-building together is powerful, indeed You thank me as our ways part Yet I come away feel truly blessed to have journeyed with you For you are one of many who has enriched my heart.