Keeping your presence

[Rob]

One day I awoke and the world had gone to hell.


Tall secure buildings had collapsed


leaving behind a memorial for innocent murdered people.


War raged on making me sick.


Hometown stores closed where customers were known by name


Everyone was rushed,

noise was everywhere,


silence had vanished.


Religion was used for suicide.


Hurricanes, earthquakes, and stress brought devastation.



I did not know what to do


so I prayed, and I kept my presence

.
Both feet planted, faithful,

letting the fears wash over.



I thought of all the little children.


How could I ever welcome them to such a scary place


as a world that had gone to hell.



So I put my little granddaughters on my lap


And looked into their  eager blue eyes


And I spoke from my heart to their  hearts



Welcome to this world


I am glad you were born


you will have your chance
to live

for all you are meant to be



The rains will come and the sun will shine


There will be dancing in the streets


But sometimes you will cry yourself to sleep


And sometimes blessings will keep you up all night long.



Welcome to the world, little Stella and Julia,


This world can be scary and leave you to wonder


But there are incredible possibilities and promises


Hope will be with you, even when you are asleep



So learn to live your life

without hesitation,with bold steps


Face straight on what is in front of you


But remember to say your prayers


Both feet planted, faithful, heeding your personal calling



And remember each day to keep your presence


That alone will make the difference.