It had been a long day
As I walked home I was tired.
So I stopped for a rest along the way.
I was lonely and fed up too
I know I have a family and a husband true.
That doesn’t always make things right you know,
To the outside things may look perfect but that isn’t always so.
As I sat there I had a chat with God as I often had before,
Now don’t go telling people that or they will say I am off the loop or more!
I sat there telling him my fears when suddenly a really pleasant man appeared.
“May I sit here ” He asked “you look troubled can I help?”
There was something special about this guy he had a kindness in eyes
A gentle smile, he put me at my ease, he just did I can’t say why.
He asked me what was troubling me and why I looked so sad.
It was so strange because immediately I was telling him openly of all the troubles I felt I had.
I don’t know how he did it but he put me at my ease and let talk for hours,
He listened to me and he did not chide or tease.
There was no anger or irritation in his voice or eyes.
He seemed happy to listen and was not embarrassed when tears fell from my eyes.
He didn’t say much but his presence was such a comfort he made me feel alive.
Quietly he seemed to give me Strength he seemed to make me thrive.
As we sat there and the world went by
I felt a peace return, he made me feel myself again, he made me want to try.
The things that were weighing me down and making me feel so small
Were really not insurmountable, he made me feel as if nothing was too difficult at all.
Eventually I said I really ought to go I noticed the time
He said he would walk with me as his path was the same as mine.
I felt so safe in his company , like I never had before
He made the walk seem effortless as he saw me to my door.
I turned to ask him in for a cup of tea
But he was gone and no one was standing next to me.
Strange, yes it was but I remembered all he had said
And the gentle feeling of his being remained inside my head.
I hope we meet again one day for I shall never forget
The feeling of his kindness and his touch the day we met.
Nov 02, 2014 @ 13:35:24
Beautiful Willow.Thank you for sharing.
Nov 02, 2014 @ 14:54:43
What a beautiful experience. Perhaps you had a visit from an angel. Whoever it was, you are blessed. I hope your taking care of yourself. Hugs, Barbara
Nov 02, 2014 @ 16:50:13
Thank you so much it was just poetic licence, but I have had beautiful people change my day! I hope you are keeping well too! xxx
Nov 02, 2014 @ 14:55:06
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Nov 02, 2014 @ 14:59:09
Very nice Willow, beautifully expressed. Absolutely a trouble shared is a trouble halved.
Nov 02, 2014 @ 16:46:26
Thank you 🙂
Nov 02, 2014 @ 17:20:27
This is a lovely story, Willow. Heart-warming, comforting and quiet but realistic. ❤
Nov 02, 2014 @ 18:33:57
Well you know there be angels among us!! ❤
Nov 03, 2014 @ 17:41:47
Indeed. ❤
Nov 03, 2014 @ 18:05:37
❤
Nov 02, 2014 @ 18:34:10
Well done Willow, I enjoy your poetry very much. There’s so much presence in your writing, I look forward to our virtual teatime! 🙂
Nov 02, 2014 @ 19:44:30
You are always so very welcome! ❤
Nov 02, 2014 @ 21:20:59
♥
Nov 02, 2014 @ 21:26:40
♥ ❤
Nov 02, 2014 @ 22:00:40
Oh wow this is beautiful. I love the way this flows. It was like entertaining Angels unaware! So beautiful! 🙂
Nov 02, 2014 @ 22:15:10
Thank you glad you liked it . 🙂
Nov 02, 2014 @ 22:18:53
I do it had such a peaceful feeling with it! 😀
Nov 02, 2014 @ 22:22:42
yes when I wrote it I thought I wish I felt like that now 😉
Nov 02, 2014 @ 22:25:16
OH my gosh, I know exactly what you mean when you have one of those moments of clarity and you wish it would last forever! I guess that is what makes them so special! 😀
Nov 02, 2014 @ 22:29:26
Yes they only happen very rarely.
Nov 03, 2014 @ 00:19:48
I know it! Sigh till next time!
Nov 03, 2014 @ 07:36:50
How sweet my dear friend
and these things really happen,
it is always nice to read a piece
of work that is a truism 🙂
Have a lovely Monday Willowdot,
hey I might not be around our WP
much but that doesn’t mean that
I have forgotten you my dear 🙂
Andro xxx
Nov 03, 2014 @ 11:22:29
Dear Andro how lovely to hear from you. I agree we sometimes get help from a stranger when we least expect it but need it most. I think of them as angels.
You are missed but you can only do as much as you can. Remember you are always welcome here. Have a great week and be happy and well. Xxx
Nov 03, 2014 @ 09:02:44
Wonderful, Willow.
Nov 03, 2014 @ 11:13:59
Thank you so much for saying so. xxx
Nov 03, 2014 @ 11:34:12
You’re more than welcome!
Nov 03, 2014 @ 18:06:03
Thank you!