At the Hospital

At the Hospital ——————————- Today as skin was torn Off the bottom of my foot, I yelled out and began to cry. I thought, “How often Do I need to prove my strength?” and Then, for the first time in 50 years, I heard myself Ask God,”Why? Why?” At which I Instantly felt ashamed, for it is mine To accept whatever He allows. Then, I realized I felt some anger, for He promised to provide The measures needed to meet the trials… Yet I felt inadequate. I felt angry at my beloved, my Father, My creator, my God… Although I knew God Can handle anger, For it comes As a dimension of human love — and in me at least, quickly passes. My cracks He will mend. My tears He collects. My strength is in Him. Our shared love is committed. My calling on Him is eternally answered. ————————————————- (c) sally young Eslinger 10/7/21 Thanks be to God