Blessing In the Balance

Slowly, treading softly
I must guard my hesitant heart 
Taking forward moves with caution
If any rebuilding is to start

I'm still wading wounded waters
Tidal waves of fear and doubt
Self-restraint and trust, a struggle 
The gash was deep, still trickling out 

Like a surfer prepares to meet the challenge 
I still have roughened edges to smooth
And sturdy boundaries to set in place
For risk of further pain still looms

The waves of healing will ebb and flow
And unpredictable these endeavours may be
So too, I must master the skill to 'ride the ripple'
And find the blessing in the balance indeed 

November 21, 2020
Copyright © | Year Posted 2020

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