Christine Wallace

“Excuse me”, Molly said “Can I sit on your knee?” Of course, Sweetheart So she did. He continued to talk She rested Slowly, gradually, her eyes shut She fell asleep He continued Gently moving her into a more comfortable position. After a while, she woke Rubbed her eyes, smiled “Thank you”, she said He smiled and kissed her forehead. “Excuse me” Johnny said “Can you help me?” “Of course” He said “I’m confused” “I’m also a bit lonely” “Can I talk to you?” “Of course” He said So Johnny talked....

The first shafts of light Began to stretch across the Eastern sky. A new day had begun. Purple, blue, pink Slowly they stretched across the arc of the sky Like gentle strokes of a paintbrush. Their brilliance advanced. A night became day. The white fluffy clouds Danced and floated like lambs frolicking. As the morning advanced. The azure blue spread Like a brilliant blanket in all directions. Then midday arrived. The blazing yellow sun Sent its light, warmth and radiance Pulsating in all...

Today I sat down to pray. But I fell asleep. That deep, restful sleep. Where you wake up refreshed. But I felt guilty “Sorry, Lord.” I stammered. Then He said “How do you feel when your child Falls asleep in your arms?” I was shaken, I hadn’t seen it from His perspective. I knew I was safe I knew I was loved I knew He held me. So, I relaxed, I yawned. But I felt so loved and refreshed. Next time, And there will be a next time I will enjoy it. Thank You, Father. Again.