Life is Like a Maze

Life is like a maze of crisscrossing roads

A turn-off here or an exit there

Do I go left or right?

Is it up or down?

How do I keep from getting turned around?

All roads don’t lead to the same place

Feeling jammed in

Needing some space

Looking for the right exit

But God, which one?

I’m not having any fun

Often the sign-boards just don’t make sense

Help! I’m feeling tense

Looking for the right connection

Maybe I should stop

Take time for reflection

Even ask someone a question

Does anyone understand?

I feel like it’s out of my hands

Oh, but wait

I’m not bound by fate

I’ll find the roads meant for me

Traveling the Way of my destiny

Choosing to enjoy the ride

Taking time to see the view

No longer feeling blue

Helping others on their way

Makes it a better day

by Christina Morley

I Can Carry Pain

I can carry pain

And still wear a smile

The promise I’ll gain

May take a while

The road may be long

And my heart weary

But I’ll still have a song

My load He’ll carry

God knows my heart

The sacrifices I’ve made

He’ll do His part

His life He gave

Deep cries out to deep

It’s not in vain

My heart He’ll keep

He’ll carry my pain

His joy is mine

His life fulfilling

I’ll be fine

His peace indwelling

by Christina Morley

The photo is by Gerhard Nel, a friend and amazing photographer, and is used by permission.

Passion for Life

When I was a child, I thought like one

But now my childish days are done

Though I’ve grown up, I still like fun

As wife and mother, but not under the thumb

My passion for life continues at a run

There’s lots of adventure under the sun

And I don’t want to miss any one

As I share little joys with everyone

Who said my childish days are done?

Childish yes, but carefree – none!

by Christina Morley

Blue Ribbon

You might not receive a blue ribbon

at the end of the day

And being a mother is not

a job that will pay

But your reward is the journey

every step of the way

And “Well done!” are the words

that my Father will say.

by Christina Morley

Mother Acrostic

Mom, here’s my chance to share today
On the special things you do and say
Thank you for all the love and prayer
Helping me through every care
Especially for your listening ear
Regardless of your busy day

Thank you, Mom, in every way.

Have a Happy Mother’s Day!

by Christina Morley