Beautifying the Dead
Source of living is dealing with the dead
Making them look refreshed from toe to head
Beautifying every face
So as to exude God’s grace…
With such occupation, his home is fed.
As an embalmer, he works by faith's might
Though at first, he was gripped with grievous fright
Beholding body sans soul
Still, he would accomplish goal
Coupled with fervent prayer* day and night.
Sometimes attacked by mockery and shame
Embarrassed to mention profession’s name
But he stays calm, feeling blest
Fulfilling his very best
To earn from his clients, approval claim.
Now treating his job with confident glow
To the departed, respect he does show
Despite trials, woes and strife
While thanking the Lord for life
Midst great hope today and each tomorrow.
*Philippians 4:6-7 Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.
November 1, 2023
Limerick in "Dramatic Verse"
1st place, "Any Poem" Poetry Writing Contest
Sponsored by Robert James Liguori; judged on 11/14/2023
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