GOD’S EMBRACE IN THE CRAZY

Creator-Beloved,

It’s a crazy-hectic time:

that end-of-year train

that hurtles through

the final weeks as if

careering down a

mountain track

without brakes.

Amid unrelenting demands,

Keep me calm and steady.

Renew my energy,

sharpen my mind.

Let me not

miss moments of beauty;

or forget how blessed I am.

Help me focus even as tasks

fly like furies to my in-box.

But for now

on this Friday afternoon

Just deep gratitude.

You draw me

into the quiet depths,

as a smooth stone carressed

by gentle waves.

You enfold me in your arms.

and I let go control -

surrender to your care

I hear you say:

“It’s ok - pause, breathe.

I’ve got you!”

(Annemarie Paulin-Campbell)