For about a decade before Mom died we lived at separate ends of our city, meeting once a month to discuss the things that still loomed large between us or simply to hear more in-depth about the things that affected both of us. She was getting so sick we knew that she could die literally at any moment. As a result, we wanted to make sure that nothing important was left unsaid so we would not have major regrets after she died.
You'd think that focusing on death that much would have a negative effect on our relationship, but it was just the opposite. It didn't happen overnight but it rearranged our priorities and our love for each other became more profound and fierce in foundational ways.
I penned a poem about this a few days ago and I share it with you now.
* As usual, it enhances a poem to read it out loud.
[Because] We Knew
~ by Laura-Lee Rahn
Anger stopped. Pettiness ceased.
Our life together, one of joy and peace
No one could steal the hope we shared
Our strength in weakness. Our unity in prayer.
Happiness in sorrow. it grew, it grew
[Because] Time was short, we knew, we knew.
Fire & Cloud. Pillars constantly leading.
The great 'I Am". Stormy waters receding
our "ABBA" Father. His Right Hand ascending.
Belief in Israel. Angels climbing and descending
Promises and Blessings. not few, not few
[Because] faith in the Impossible, we knew, we knew.
My misery now, dwarfed by laughter then.
My gratitude for you, loved so much back when.
The Ancient of Days took His Throne
This world His footstool. I should have known.
Roses of heaven. in dew, in dew
[Because] walking with Jesus, we knew, we knew.
(Once again, a result above and beyond my simple talent. Thank you, Jesus. Love Laura-Lee)
Saturday, December 3, 2016
Edmonton, AB, Canada
(Once again, a result above and beyond my simple talent. Thank you, Jesus. Love Laura-Lee)
Saturday, December 3, 2016
Edmonton, AB, Canada
