Oh, the myriad of troubles that plague my mind
Robbing me of all peace
Worry creeps in and lies
Blinding my eyes
From my source of security
Anxiety takes its toll and steals my precious sleep
Thoughts racing frantically
Each one stabbing at tranquility
But, oh my enemy – WORRY
You will not have me
You’re like a dog chasing its tail
A chicken with its head cut off
A deep, dark, black hole
I realize that
I return my thoughts to you Almighty
My center, my help
For you will shape my worries into prayers
And the weight of my burdens are lifted
The closer I am to you
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I’m just a simple girl that is passionate about being relevant and making a difference in this world.
World traveler, lover of bright sunny days, experiencing cultures, good friends and conversation. I love my God and love my family.
I don’t believe that I have the Truth, but that I have a relationship with Truth and want to be closer to Him.
Canadian, born and raised in Vancouver, BC. YWAMer since 2000 and have traveled and lived all over the world –Hong Kong, China, India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Afghanistan, Turkey, Germany, Argentina, Australia and The USA.
I moved to Brazil in 2002, married an awesome “Baiano”, Daniel, and we have two adorable kiddies, Caue and Hannah.
I am certified in fitness and nutrition and conducted physical conditioning classes while working with an arts and evangelism team and schools. I am also certified in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) and TEYL (Teaching English to Young Learners).
"A God Coloured Girl in a Grey World" is my blog where I write articles based on my faith, post fitness routines, recipes and other health and wellness stuff. You can also check out a bit of my music at www.myspace.com/stacilys
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I like everything about your poem except the title. Maybe try “Worry, Oh how heartless thou art” or maybe just “Worry”. Write poetry and everyone becomes a critic! Don’t quit though, Staci. Keep it up. Your thoughts are right on.
Ya, poetry has never really been my strong point. However, today I was frantically praying through my worries/struggles during my quiet time and decided that I was going to artistically unload it all onto paper. This above is what became of that.
Thanks for the comment David.
Blessings =)
It’s an excellent poem! I captures the true essence of worry and how we should respond to it.
Beautiful…Thank you.
Awwww, thank you Rob.
Blessings =)
Staci- were you in my room last night?? 😉 “Anxiety takes its toll and steals my precious sleep” – Reading this poem is like stepping inside my mind! I need to dive into prayer as I posted earlier this week and let Him guide me through this! Else I fear I shall never have a full night’s sleep again! Your writing is beautiful.
You are so sweet. Thank you so much for such a beautiful compliment. And yes, we need to dive into prayer when the enemies of worry and anxiety creep in (those sly little devils). Once we are able to unload it all on the one who has total control of all things, we find rest for our souls and tranquility of mind and of spirit.
Thanks again and many blessings.
Oh, How I can identify with your words. It’s a terrible palpable feeling that robs us of previous time. Love it!
Well said. And the time it robs us of is waisted time that we never get back. What a tyrant worry is eh. Thanks for sharing.
Blessings =)
Well said. And the time it robs us of is waisted time that we never get back. What a tyrant worry is eh. Thanks for sharing.
Blessings =)
I like this poem! I recognize myself in these line, because sometimes I tend to worry, and we should not.
It reminds be of a famous song, a very simple song – but when you think to it it is very profound, very spiritual. THANK YOU Stacilys
Bobby McFerrin
Don’t Worry, Be Happy Lyrics
source: http://www.lyricsondemand.com/onehitwonders/dontworrybehappylyrics.html
Here’s a little song I wrote
You might want to sing it note for note
Don’t worry be happy
In every life we have some trouble
When you worry you make it double
Don’t worry, be happy
(Don’t worry, be happy now)
Don’t worry
Be happy
Don’t worry, be happy
Don’t worry
Be happy
Don’t worry, be happy
Ain’t got no place to lay your head
Somebody came and took your bed
Don’t worry, be happy
The land lord say your rent is late
He may have to litigate
Don’t worry, be happy
(Look at me I am happy)
Don’t worry, be happy
Here I give you my phone number
When you worry call me
I make you happy
Don’t worry, be happy
Ain’t got no cash, ain’t got no style
Ain’t got no girl to make you smile
But don’t worry be happy
Cause when you worry
Your face will frown
And that will bring everybody down
So don’t worry, be happy
(don’t worry, be happy now)
Don’t worry
Be happy
Don’t worry, be happy
Don’t worry
Be happy
Don’t worry, be happy
source: http://www.lyricsondemand.com/onehitwonders/dontworrybehappylyrics.html
Oh yes, I know this song very well. Thank you for sharing it with me. When you think about it, what does worry really ever accomplish. It’s just a waste of time and emotion, don’t you think?
🙂
yes I do, “a wast of time and emotion”, and I would also say of “energy”… you’re very right! 🙂