Don't ever let go of the thread

Nancy Quigley writes: Being read to, even as a grown up, is a lovely experience. I find this to be true especially with poetry, and the Christian Forum’s session on Sunday with Ann Asper Wilson and Ben Sandler was enriching and comforting. The focus was serenity, with a selection of six poems, some serious and thoughtful, and others, amusing. In rereading them later, I was drawn to "The Way It Is" by Robert Stafford.

What might the thread be? Is it God, or values, or family loyalty or the way we hold tight our own identity?

The Way It Is
Robert Stafford

There’s a thread you follow. It goes among
things that change. But it doesn’t change.
People wonder about what you are pursuing.
You have to explain about the thread.
But it is hard for others to see.
While you hold it you can’t get lost.
Tragedies happen; people get hurt
or die; and you suffer and get old.
Nothing you do can stop time’s unfolding.
You don’t ever let go of the thread.


Poet William Stafford

 


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  1. travis wincklerNovember 12, 2020 at 7:38 AM

    I so love this poem too, Nancy. The thread for me is holding fast to God's lovingkindness and faithfulness from generation to generation. That keeps me hopeful and grounded through life's losses and awakens me to the wonder of God's presence amid our daily lives.

    Looking forward to session two this Sunday!

    Rev. Travis

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