A POEM TO PONDER

Ponder

By Rebecca Mason

0h, how I wish I had a magic twirling wand, traveling far beyond - broken hearts I would bond. Gliding across this slippery icy pond. Life used to be so relatively simple remember worrying about a silly pimple. Wow! That really cute girl has a dimple. I used to be happy perched on a fence.

All this craziness makes no sense. While reading a book of total suspense, quietly gazing at a forest so dense. What, what, are we going to do? Sometimes with options so very few, I think it’s worse than the deadliest flu.

Poor beggars walking down the street. No shoes to wear to cover their feet. Certainly no drink or food to eat. Their appearance surely far from neat. Patiently waiting for anyone to greet.

Is there an answer to all this crisis? And we worried about the secret Isis. Wake up world - what is the matter? Everyone talking with excessive chatter. Seriously, are we The Mad Hatter? Is someone’s life about to shatter?

But that’s not the only issue here! The safety of our loved ones, we do fear! While tragedies growing oh so near, is this reality or a glance of surreal? Confusion and despair is now the deal.

As people join hands of every race, let’s stand together with dignity and grace. May we all share our voice - a rightful choice. Being happy, loving, and healthy is the key as we stand firmly united as a “WE”.

Shall we humbly review what now exist? What our minds can’t grasp - we try to resist new every day events that still persist! Guns and brutality at an all time rate. For some, sorry, just a little bit late. Devastated by a cherished lost mate. Please let our nation be ever so GREAT! Yes, these are disastrous crimes!

Too many entering the pearly gate. No warning! Heaven has no wait. We comprehend but hard to relate when we are called - it is our “FATE”. Security measures wherever you go. Apprehensions we are trying to slow, trying to unwind and let energies flow.

Be careful driving down the road. OMG, did I hit a big fat toad? No, just someone in a satan’s mode. Gun shots are flying everywhere! Goodness gracious! A horrible scare! Lack of comfort and safety in our home; actually, no matter where we roam.

Fire destroying and devastating our lands. Thank God for all those helping hands. Bestowing families with a place to live, the universe steps in to cheerfully give. Sad goodbyes - tell me any reason WHY these flares are lighting up the sky.

The “Evil” tends to feel sublime. These needless killings, such a waste; let’s find a solution at a rapid pace. Loyalty for this country we so love, memories for those we cherish from above.

Every day we listen to the news. Many stories give us the blues with no Fires variation of its many hues. No one knows what’s going to be. All we know is what we see! These happenings we need to change. Our mindset should be rearranged.

Perhaps some helpful and sound advice when you are using an electronic device. Be sensible and cautious and don’t get hacked. You must know, certain people can be whacked. This is certainly not a computer game. Simply stated - such a dreadful shame.

People scamming with a bogus phone call just waiting for someone to slip and fall. Into the financial pit you definitely slide with no one to be your personal guide. Down the hall and behind the dark wall, the trickster hides where he resides. Doing what he does the very best not even scared of potential arrest!

Political issues: solemnly, I do declare! I really think I should not go there. Being subtle - won’t go to the trouble. Someone could really burst my bubble! Perhaps it is best - we are unaware. Who knows what is circling in our air. Hard working teachers in our school trying to teach children the Golden Rule. Why would anyone want to be so cruel? We appreciate your keeping our children well, securing them under your protective spell.

Truly grateful for putting our dear ones first, never ever expecting to hear the worst. A genuine hope is that you will find solace and inner peace of the mind leaving your weary burdens behind. Trying to be patient - striving to be kind. Take a deep breath and totally unwind.

Maybe, we should have more trust with devoted prayers being a must. Parents - take time and listen well! Discipline or visit your child in a cell. When and if they want to talk - STOP - just cancel that stupid walk.

Hopefully, your son is willing to vent. Trust me, the shoes won’t miss the cement. Ask your daughter is she alright, remember to hug her ever so tight.

Tremendous thanks to our police forces keeping us safe while on our courses. You have excelled in your jobs, protecting us from angry mobs. Fearlessly placing your lives on the line with the thread being so very fine. Unfortunate ones who lost their lives, forsaking their children and precious wives.

I was watching a children’s movie with my teenage daughter, about a princess trapped in the land of the giants. The giants were much bigger than her, mean as hell….(I knew someone who always used to say this) and were ready to devour her. Her efforts to fight them off were useless, she was powerless in front of them. Of course someone came to save her in the movie. A young witty lad who would eventually fall in love with her..

Now, as I watched this, I remembered the story of David & Goliath. Goliath was the giant who taunted many men and was feared by many. But, one day, a young shepard boy decided that enough was enough, he would fight this giant as he stood on his faith in God.

With just shot, the giant fell to his demise and a new era begun. Do you have a similar giant in your life that is causing you to fear and feel discouraged and making you have sleepless nights? The giant has many names.

Be encouraged that every giant can be conquered through the matchless name of Jesus. David’s armour was good enough, comfortable enough, and he used what he had and brought Goliath down. No matter what giant you and I face, our assurance comes from the power of the Cross where Jesus conquered ALL giants.

As we stand on the word of God. The giants will begin to shrink and disappear. Giants are intimidating because of their size and reputation, but God is greater than all the hype.

What is your giant right now? No weapons formed against you shall prosper!

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Peter 3:12 For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous and his ears are attentive to their prayer, but the face of the Lord is

I thought about all the times I had prayed, fasted and lived a ”righteous” life. And yet, I found myself wondering if God had forgotten me.

What had happened to all my prayers?

Where they not being heard?

Where they not being heard?

Is there ever going to breakthrough?

Is God listening?

If you find yourself asking these questions, then remember this wonderful verse that is full of promise. It is comforting and reassuring that his eyes are on the righteous (those that live according to his word).

Keep trusting that you will receive what you are asking for.

You are not forgotten!

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