FIRST LIGHT

The first sliver of daylight
Finds its way into my heart
It is a magnificent feeling 
I look out to where the
Sky should meet the water
But can find no horizon
I am not confused, but
Would be if this was where
My successes intersected
With all of my failures
No line of demarcation 
This is real life where
Nature provides the mystery
I begin to wonder as
Often I do and focus on
Why I am here and what
My purpose is as well as duties
I settle down and open up
My heart to more light and sunshine
Knowing that God’s purpose for me
Will not be disclosed at this time
I must operate on what I know
On what he has taught me
The cross was arduous and
To follow Him will also be
A difficult task worth doing
I shall be serene and will not judge
Knowing that we are all sinners
The sky and inland sea are 
A blur of whiteness almost blinding
I think of how Jesus used light
When teaching His chosen ones
Who am I to have doubt when
Faith to move mountains exists
I must take my steps and begin now

Stanski
June 28, 2021 ^