THE PROMISE
You've heard my silent cry
In the darkest night.
You've seen me down on my knees
When no one else was looking.
You've seen me smile
When I see an elderly couple.
You've heard me curse under my breath
When I become angry.
When I became overwhelmed
And couldn't stop crying,
You were beside me;
Promising me the pain would go away.
The comfort You give me
Is knowing You are there.
For You have promised
To never give me more
Than I can handle.
So when I become overwhelmed
And can't stop crying,
You are beside me
Promising the pain will go away.
I am never alone
Even when I feel orphaned
And betrayed by those all around.
You have remained by my side,
Holding my hand
And guiding each footstep
As long as I choose to believe.
So when I become overwhelmed
And can't stop crying,
You are beside me
Promising the pain will go away.
And when I become overwhelmed
I can't stop crying.
You stand beside me
And make my pain Your own.
� Rosalia A. Hendrix