I am sad
I feel hurt
And lonely
I withdraw
I surround myself with a cocoon
of smiles and words that say
I’m fine – keep your distance
I lie on my bed
I read my Bible
And pray
I am surrounded by a cocoon
of the Father’s love
I tell Him how I feel
And cry
I feel waves of merciful love wash over me
I feel safe
I rise up
A smiling butterfly
Ready to face the world
To love and be loved
To give and receive
To hurt and to heal
Safe knowing the Father’s arms of love
Are always waiting to pick me up
And transform me
Andrea Mill
