Life

I fail to understand,

How a being so complex

Could emerge from a fusion of two cells.

How an act of love could give rise

To someone capable of loving and being loved.

                Life is a gift, we must be grateful.

                For many never live to experience it.

                Many are blessed so much, yet they fail to acknowledge it.

                While there are so many others who would give anything,

Just to be whole and normal.

Life is a rollercoaster ride with high’s and lows.

Sticking it out is what counts.

It is not merely a commodity

To use as one chooses.

But a gift to be discovered, treasured and shared.

                When life’s road seems long and dark,

                Remember that after every night must dawn a new day.

                Make it a habit to turn your gaze heavenward every now and then

                And give thanks to the One

Who gives life and takes away.