Try Not To Fall

When the world spins and hail falls
Hardened by the cold from the sky above,
It reaches here below
As we rely on warmth of love

As tornados race, twist and destroy,
Leaving only broken frames behind
We emerge from cellars of darkness,
Searching for hope to find

When earthquakes roar and shake stability,
We reach for something to hold onto
Our prayers get lifted by the wind
Just like the pieces of debris that flew

We are only human, each with limited ability
As we try to understand the call,
When these painful times occur
All we can do is try not to fall

Heidi Sands 

5/25/22
Copyright © | Year Posted 2022

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Gentile Avatar
May 26, 2022 at 5:08 AM
It is so difficult to find the strength needed to try not to fall Haidi. I am sure we all struggle! A This is a beautifully poetic tableau of such struggles as we face! Happy Thursday xxoo
Sands Avatar
May 26, 2022 at 5:29 AM
Yes. Thank you Mike. Happy Thursday :)
Proxenos Avatar
May 26, 2022 at 4:05 AM
And this seems to be happening more and more and more, perhaps it is what it seems. Great thoughts and wonderful poem my friend Heidi, Hugs and blessings, Jennifer.
Sands Avatar
May 26, 2022 at 5:28 AM
You are right. It is happening more. Thank you Jennifer. Blessings :)
Poet Avatar
May 25, 2022 at 11:36 AM
Heidi, this poem is both uplifting and soothing to read. Whenever things go bad, we can always count on your upbeat attitude to get us through. You are truly giving out so many intelligent vibes with this.
Sands Avatar
May 25, 2022 at 11:44 AM
Thank you so very much. I appreciate your support :)
Leffanta Avatar
May 25, 2022 at 11:10 AM
It is also good to know how to fall so you can bounce back! Aloha!
Sands Avatar
May 25, 2022 at 11:43 AM
Good point Rico. Thank you :)
Turner Avatar
May 25, 2022 at 10:57 AM
So inspirational and comforting Heidi. Hope all is well with you.
Sands Avatar
May 25, 2022 at 11:43 AM
Hi DT! So great to hear from you! Thank you. I hope all is well :)
Pandit Avatar
May 25, 2022 at 9:01 AM
I like the inspirational message of your, Heidi--positive outlook carries us through in tough times. A FAVE from me for the insightful vibes you convey.
Sands Avatar
May 25, 2022 at 9:15 AM
Thank you so much Vijay. I am hurting with my friends suffering. I must stay positive and keep writing :)
Cunningham Avatar
May 25, 2022 at 8:46 AM
We're certainly affected by world events Heidi and we need to muster all our strength to keep from falling. You're not alone with those thoughts. Tom
Sands Avatar
May 25, 2022 at 8:50 AM
Yes, the most difficult times, Tom. Thank you very much :)
Krutsinger Avatar
May 25, 2022 at 8:06 AM
'try not to fall" is great advice in these trying times Heidi.
Sands Avatar
May 25, 2022 at 8:49 AM
Thank you Caren :)
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May 25, 2022 at 7:07 AM
Scary stuff natural disasters…..loved your poem Heidi….Debx
Sands Avatar
May 25, 2022 at 7:28 AM
Very scary Deb. These are examples used to compare to other things happening in our society right now. Thank you :)
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