Reflections

Last night as I lay in my bed,
eyes tightly shut,
on the very edge of sleep
Sleep that I so badly needed

I saw a window of reflection open up,
and as I leaned forward
to peer inside I was gently
pulled within

And through the darkness of night
a bright light guided me as
the reflection appeared more clear

I saw people, special friends
events that were a part of my life
I saw much family more than I ever imagined
would bless my life so entirely
I saw the way my Lord had shaped my path
even as he shaped my inner soul.

I saw loved ones who had already left
this world for a better place

I felt the tears that slipped from my eyes
for the happiness, the sadness, the very essence
of life, I quietly slipped into sleep

Upon waking, I remembered my visit
with the reflections of my life,
knowing the Loard has blessed
me beyond belief

So as I celebrate the birth of Christ
and I watch a new dawn
of a new year unfold before me

I find myself opening to joy, peace
and much love.

Giving thanks where thanks is due
To my heavenly Father.