The Healing Balm

Shadows of the day leaned against the wall
applauded the bug which made you fall
A search began for the healing balm
and called to arms ways to calm the storm
Heaven was warned and the Earth informed
Life must work for a prize if death is armed  
with aches and pains sharp as an arrow
its bleary eyes piercing through every window
formed grey clouds to hang over the meadow
But see, how refreshing the sprightly rain falls
Upon holy grounds where snow-flakes thaw
The running quake subsides and withdraws
dissolved in a ray of hope and welcome joy 
And savor every moment your heart employ
With every twist of threshing sinews and nerve 
The flagging weight goes lighter in a rare view
When bright moons break through the gloom 
Your exhilaration see how happy children play
Admire great faiths when frenzy people pray
Dark atmosphere fades into the ever-glades 
Recite praises with the gracious healing balm 
The healthier days are coming to you again 
Each step is victory in the journey you create
On the realm where healing virtues await

Copyright © | Year Posted 2024



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Date: 8/17/2024 4:18:00 AM
Dear Gerald, this is well written and filled with hope for those who believe and are willing to change, nicely penned. Have a great day :)
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Gerald Legister
Date: 8/17/2024 10:38:00 PM
Thank you Mystic
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