The Task

Naught was stirring as I slumbered tight
A dream came over me as I woke with a fright

There stood a man dressed white as snow
His robes they were lit with an eerie glow

You can ask any question, so what will it be?
The answer will come from one greater than me

I simply asked; what would god have me do?
A voice from above thundered loud and true

Keep my commandments is all that I ask
The more time passes the more demanding the task
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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Mehta Avatar
June 30, 2011 at 6:50 AM
Lovely expressions on the devotion to faith, Russell
Brown Avatar
June 30, 2011 at 5:48 AM
Congratulations Russell on your win in Brian Strand's "Five To 14" contest. Love, Carol
Johnson Avatar
June 29, 2011 at 3:53 PM
Great writing. congratulations. Love, Joyce
Sweetheart Avatar
June 29, 2011 at 1:21 PM
Congrats Russell on your super win in the contest with this loveliest of poetry..luv..
Brown Avatar
June 29, 2011 at 11:44 AM
I positively enjoyed reading your wonderful poetry today Russell. I hope to be back again tomorrow to read some more. Love, Carol
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June 28, 2011 at 7:29 PM
Enjoyed reading your work today!! Keep on your task!
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