Here we stand. Our hearts still feel that sting of grief, yet we are strong when we are weak. Our lives, this journey, long & weary. We breathe, relive, debrief, move forward… one step at a time. If shattered dreams awake tonite, I shall continue through this fight. I will not dance with mindless fear or tempt my feet to run from here. This is my plight, I cannot stop. I must believe, I have to trust! So here the pilgrims progress meets the crossroad of anxious, tired, tattered foes of thoughts, that cause this doubt. If Gods creation could speak, it would moan in disbelief. What once was beauty now lies in ashes. What stood so glorious now weeps in sorrow. Oh such grief must stir nature’s silence, as she stares at mans despair & her vacant land a-hollow. We must dig deep within our souls, to find that seed of faith that sprouts & blossoms to renew our hope. We are resilient, on this broken road that stands alone against the odds & opens paths to new horizons. We remember the past, not forgetting the importance of its purpose; healing, recovery & acceptance. Through this haze & maze of reflection, we are never alone as we open our tender hearts to prayer & search for that peace that passes all understanding.
May the trail rise up to meet you. May your heart rejoice in song. May the skies be fair above you. As you journey ever on.*
Travel well, dear ones, kindred spirits & bonded friends. We stand together as we walk upon… Survivors Road.
*Lyrics by: Dan Fogelberg
