Most of what I have feared
has already happened
and I have learned
that there is a God who far
surpasses Our-Father-prayers
and theology.
I have been to the top of
the mountain, and I
have dwelled
in the valley of the shadow;
it was not I, but my
soul,
that would not let go.
I asked my friend to not
preach to me about
God's love,
for I know all about it;
it is that strength inside
me that endures the
cross that I bear.