Poem

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God is amazing sometimes...I must admit that today was one of my lowest days emotionally that I've ever had. A lot of things contributed to it but that doesnt matter. At the end of the night I was in Andrea's room and was reading one of her books on finding your identity in Christ. Well anyways....the first chapter was incredible and related to me perfectly. It ended with a poem that made me break out in tears. Most of you wont understand the impact it has but for those of you who know what I've gone through will sorta understand.

Lend me your hope for awhile,
   I seem to have mislaid mine.
Lost and hopeless feelings accompany me daily,
   pain and confusion are my companions.
I know not where to turn;
   looking ahead to future times does not bring forth images of renewed hope.
I see troubled times, pain-filled days, and more tragedy.

Lend me your hope for awhile,
   I seem to have mislaid mine
Hold my hand and hug me;
   listen to all my ramblings, recovery seems so far distant.
The road to healing seems like a long and lonely one.

Lend me your hope for awhile,
   I seem to have mislaid mine.
Stand by me, offer me your presence, your hear and your love.
Acknowledge my pain, it is so real and ever present.
I am overwhelmed with sad and conflicting thoughts.

Lend me your hope for awhile;
   a time will come when I will heal,
   and I will share my renewal,
   hope and love with others.