Modern Day Samaritan Woman

My Life…

Above: My beloved Sebastian.

Tread carefully when you step in here;

As bared before you is my life.

A heed of caution bodes you well;

For my life is not just another tale.

Within these pages is my story;

Simplicity in the telling……..

Yet, taking up decades of living.

The story is truth;

Though stranger than fiction….

For within me dwells

A Holy Apparition.

He leads me along;

Through life’s busy days.

And takes the time daily;

Of transforming my ways…..

I don’t always appreciate;

The paths that He chooses,

And sometimes in disobedience

small detours I take;

Ever loving and gentle he nudges me back;

Into the care of the fold and the flock

And despite all factors there is no doubt

my life is unfolding…

Just as my Master appointed.

The story yet incomplete;

Continues each day.

With strangers to encourage;

And loved ones to treasure.

When my adventure is over;

I’ll stop at the Throne.

My Saviour before me;

My lifetime far behind.

Judging to the core

Of the clay that He shaped.

Knowing me well

You’d think it’s all over.

BUT WAIT, Look again…..

He’s reached the core;

Finding pure white reflective Light….

The decision I made a long time ago….

Now is my key to enter His Home….

Ariete McKenzie © 2003

Above: Lamb Chops and Spit Braai

Have you ever stopped and wondered what legacy you are leaving behind and whether it’s even worth “writing home about”?

I wrote this poem in 2003 and I forget about it from time to time… yet, it usually surfaces just when I need reminding that I am not in this alone… I decided to share it today as an encouragement to anyone who may need some encouragement.

*Hugs* till next time.

Ariéte