JUST WHEN I NEEDED YOU MOST

Through the lonely times, when evening comes, and all my dreams seem to fade, there you are.  Standing in the shadow, your presence surrounds me.  The darkness dims as your light shines through.  Just when I needed you most, your love sustained me.

You were there, unexpectedly.  My eyes were cloudy and my heart was weak, but your arms enclosed me and I felt safe, again.  There are so many of you.  It is astonishing to me.  Unmerited gifts of souls who are unafraid to love.  Just when I needed you most, your love sustained me.

From near and far, your love pierces my heart and feeds my spirit.  My road is rocky and treacherous.  Often, I stand at the precipice feeling dizzy with desire, longing with hope to walk, run, or fly.  Your love keeps me grounded, helping me to bridge the gap from today to tomorrow.  You help me avoid the pit of despair.   Just when I need you most, your love sustains me.




   "Requiem for a Soul"
oil painting by Rose Wolfe