Walk A While

New found friends are like that proverbial "diamond in the rough," they make us realize how such a big world can be brough down to a much smaller space. But to meet two new friends on the same day, what a blessing indeed! That is exactly what happened to me today; even better when a long time friend popped up on a certain social media site to share a laugh. Laughter and friendship,what a trememndous gift on the day before Mother's Day as these three people are moms. I thought the whole idea was to be thankful and present gifts, not recieve them. In any case I wanted to share a new poem I wrote recently. When I started the process of composing the poem, I reached a snag and had to put it aside for a few days. I find it improtant to do so, especially when the idea fixates itself in such a way that it will not go away until it can be fully expressed. Well, wouldn't you know it the idea blossomed and I got more than I originally bargained for in this poem titled: Walk A While. It is a prime example of a big world coming down to size. Happy Mother's Day Mom!

Walk A While

Walk a while
In her shoes
On this path of life
A stone ridden mile
Beneath our feet
Where so many stumble
To learn what true love means.

To the one
Who smooths a sheet
Fluffs a pillow
Folds a crease
Wipes a brow
Steadies a shaking hand
Mounts a daily struggle
Of futility
Time takes a toll
But
True love endures forever.

Walk a mile
Then stay a while
Share a moment
A smile
Before you leave
And my spirit will remember
How you cared for me.

Walk a mile
In her heart
Feel the beat
As she tells you how she feels
Long days
Longer nights
Behind the wheel
Where does this journey lead
She pleads
Can you love me for real?

To the one
Who uses her
Ruffles the covers
Wrinkles the corners
Adds to her sorrow
Walk away
Find your own path
You had your chance
Love lives to see another day
But
You will never have her.

Walk a mile
Then stay a while
Share a moment
A smile
Before you leave
And my spirit will remember
How you cared for me.

D. A. Wittler 16'