times like these I get the Psalms
anguished pleas to a distant God
cries for justice, if not revenge
bargaining, begging
sleepless nights
and all too long days
no quick fixes, or simple explanations
only the waiting,
and the memory
that it was different
and the hope
that it may be different, again
Sounds like it's Advent season.
ReplyDeleteso so good. my favorite of your recent poems, Jim. you convey relatable feelings without being too mushy or wordy. one of many admirable qualities of your writing.
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