I Want What They Have

Matthew 6:26 "Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them."

 I went walking in the park this morning following last night's storm.

Alone in myself.

Consumed by my troubles.

A family of robins suddenly happened to land nearby, seemingly out of nowhere.

The rain had washed a buffet of bugs and worms to the surface.

The birds rejoiced in their unexpected, newfound wealth.

Hopping about like giggling children at school recess.

Chirping in harmony like a glee club.

No worries.

No cares.

They knew not from whence it came.

Only that they had a legitimate claim.

They were alive and free.

Like you and me.

It mattered not.

It was paid for and bought.

As it full well ought.

Like a soothing, healing salve ...

... I want what they have ...

Author's Note

"It's only by forgetting yourself that you draw near to God." - Thoreau

Reviews

[Giulia King]

I love the vivid image I get every time I read your poems. This one is full of hope and love. Love your poems, as always :) xo

[Pete]

thanks Giulia! rock on my dear friend ... :) xo