These Are My JOTtings, Part #2

Twists & Turns

This life is far from static good.
It takes us by surprise.
The pine, it seemed such solid wood,
until it browns and dies.

The day, so bright with joy and cheer,
becomes a cloud of black.
The tempted heart may lose to fear,
and focus on its lack.

The child, that seemed to so safe within
her carseat blest cocoon
is driving in the world of men
as growing up so soon.

"Take heart, Dear Normal Hov'ring Dad.
The Lord is bigger still.
He knows your child, and is so glad
to keep her in His Will."

The twists and turns of earthly days
will not be always doubt.
The Sovereign Lord of Heaven says,
"Trust me to work it out."
(John 14:6, KJV)

by Jay O’Toole
on June 20th, 2023