A GIFT OF A THISTLE

"All my life I have tried to pluck a thistle and plant a flower wherever the flower would grow in thought and mind.”

 

- Abraham Lincoln

 

Soundtrack : www.youtube.com/watch?v=LL--prfnuJ8

A GIFT OF A THISTLE – JAMES HORNER

 

I've weathered every storm

that has been sent my way

I've tethered every ounce of being

to keep the wolves at bay

they want my blood

I smell their fear

they snarl and nash

teeth ear to ear

but I stand tall amid it all

they cannot make me fall

It's strange the things that happen to me

It makes no sense at all

but in the world of hungry wolves

they help me grow; not make me small

the yellow hearts of narcissi

glow green somehow with envy

staring at the water's edge

they shiver; shake and tremble

but I am calm; at peace; in prayer

seek from within and not without

those innocent of any sins

are quiet and have no need to shout

it's in the stillness we can hear

that still small voice of calm

and those who cry and pity themselves

only do themselves more harm

forgiveness in the eyes of God

encompasses all his flock

even the darkest sheep of all

and those who follow and those who mock

a heart that's full of love and kindness

does not seek to hurt another

practice with each breath you take

the simple act of mindfulness.

 

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