Disillusioned

I watched our world through pale pink hues

which lifted me, brought me delight.

I'd marvel at the glory seen,

was blind to all the ghouls of night.

But sadly I then grew in years

and drank from waters of life's well,

with clearer vision I saw vice

that makes this earth a torrid hell.

The more I searched the more I found,

the havoc caused by human hands.

Sad innocents who have no say

who perish as the grains of sand

slip through the timer of my life.

What faith I had when I was young

has dissipated in the sun

along with all the hymns once sung.

The hymns I sang in thankful praise,

those hymns I sang through my own choice

for Him I loved but do not hear.

I do not hear his absent voice.

Reviews

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Ah Chris once those rose tinted spectacles have lost their tint we see things for what they are. And being one who is an anti creationist (I used to to do the weekly mass thingy!) I see no god waiting to pronounce our everlasting joy at his side. You capture a tone in this one that conveys sadness amd disappointment, although I sense you have more hope than this lets on.

[Chris Shaw]

Many thanks for sharing your thoughts here John. I appreciate your visit.

Chris

[Phill Oz O'fee]

In our innocent picture learning years, the visions of life circle around the animations and influences of the parents, people and geographic location. As we grow in wisdom and insight - cruel realities confront and challenge our beliefs - but we must not allow these to crumble our faith! For;
Galatians 6:9 - 'Let us not lose heart in doing good, for in due time we will reap if we do not grow weary.'
Great share my friend - makes the reader stop and ponder the 'WHY' of things - kudos... :-)

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Phill for sharing your thoughts and the quote from Galatians. Pleased you enjoyed the read. All good wishes.

Chris