I am a writer. My passion is poetry. I feel words connect people together and help us to understand the feelings we share.
"Life is Hard" (God is Good) by Pam Thum
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Why Lord
Why Lord,
do I have tears in my eyes
when you provide me with all I need?
Give me contentment.
Why Lord,
do I feel lonely
when I know you are with me?
Give me comfort.
Why Lord,
do I think my cup is half empty
when I know you refill it?
Give me gratefulness.
Why Lord,
do you put people in my life
only to take them away?
Give me understanding.
Why Lord,
must I travel
this road alone?
Give me peace.
"Why Me Lord" by Kris Kristofferson
© 2020 BRENDA ARLEDGE
Comments
BRENDA ARLEDGE (author) from Washington Court House on February 26, 2020:
Ms. Dora,
Thank you.
Yes, a few have mentioned to me they feel the same way at times.
Thanks for reading.
Dora Weithers from The Caribbean on February 26, 2020:
Brenda, I say Amen to your prayer for peace. The situations you describe are so relatable.
BRENDA ARLEDGE (author) from Washington Court House on February 25, 2020:
Kari,
Thank you.
Kari Poulsen from Ohio on February 25, 2020:
Thank you so much Brenda! I am very honored and flattered that you would like to post it. I never mind someone posting my writing as long as I am credited.
BRENDA ARLEDGE (author) from Washington Court House on February 24, 2020:
Kari,
I am delighted to hear this one touches you.
I think our thoughts must be connected.
I would like to post a piece of your work, "Cold - a poem" on poets with a voice.
https://www.facebook.com/poetswithavoice/
You can also post here.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1017041218668840/
Kari Poulsen from Ohio on February 24, 2020:
I love this, Brenda! It's like you looked into my head.
BRENDA ARLEDGE (author) from Washington Court House on February 22, 2020:
Clive,
Just because....
BRENDA ARLEDGE (author) from Washington Court House on February 22, 2020:
Donna,
Thank you for stopping by to read my work.
I hope your tomorrow seems better.
Clive Williams from Jamaica on February 22, 2020:
Why?
Donna Marie Laino from Philadelphia on February 22, 2020:
Wonderful reflection for me today. Thank you.
BRENDA ARLEDGE (author) from Washington Court House on February 21, 2020:
Donna,
Thank you so much!
Have a lovely evening.
Donna Rayne from Greenwood, Indiana on February 21, 2020:
Ohhh Brenda, I absolutely loved this one. Great poem!
Blessings,
Donna Rayne
BRENDA ARLEDGE (author) from Washington Court House on February 21, 2020:
Ruby,
Glad this one took you down memory lane.
So delighted it is a special prayer.
Thank you.
Ruby Jean Richert from Southern Illinois on February 21, 2020:
Brenda, this is special! Your prayer was mine not too long ago, then I met Ray. God Bless.
BRENDA ARLEDGE (author) from Washington Court House on February 20, 2020:
KnWettstein,
Thank you.
I am delighted you think so.
Have a great day.
KnWettstein from United States on February 20, 2020:
This to me is a great thought provoking piece. Thank you for sharing it.
BRENDA ARLEDGE (author) from Washington Court House on February 20, 2020:
Rosina,
You are right...the answers lie within.
I wrote this awhile back but just got around to posting it.
Enjoy your day gal!
BRENDA ARLEDGE (author) from Washington Court House on February 20, 2020:
Val,
You always seem to know the right words to say.
Thank you my friend.
Have a wonderful day.
Rosina S Khan on February 20, 2020:
Lovely well-crafted and well-versed poem, Brenda. I really appreciate it. Thank you for your contribution. A little while ago I was feeling depressed myself. But to recover, one has to look within but not outside. May God bless you!
Val Karas from Canada on February 20, 2020:
Brenda -- Beautiful poem, with an interesting question -- which only your heart may answer, not heaven.
