Sinking

When you are sinking

I watch helplessly

Strangled a little too

By the limits of my power

Falling to my knees

I am grateful the ground can hold me

And facing the reality

Brings me humility

Choosing to love anyway

Even in the midst of challenges and difficulties

Sets me free

Even if this grief feels at times

Almost like a defeat

There were so many days of sorrow

As I sat close to those I loved

And watched them endure such pain

Wisdom shows me that sometimes

It is hard for a soul so ground down

To reclaim its power

I will never let go of you

But I will pray for you

There is so much I cannot do

Because the truth is

I am only human

And I will always love you

Even if so often

Loving you

Causes my soul deep deep pain