Darkness falls in shades of blue,
A deep cold gloom you sink into.
A descent familiar into the pit,
And there is no end to the depth of it.
Who's there to hear the silent plea,
"Why have you forsaken me?"
And where is hope? Have you left it behind?
Or does it exist someplace you may yet find?

Only One knows our fears for all our tomorrows:
Familiar with suffering, and famous for sorrows.
One who conquered death and the sting of pain
Has power to bring you to peace again.
May the One who has power to bring you through
Make Himself known and be found by you.
May those of us who love and care
Be your strength until you find your way there.

HJ Feb. 20, 2009