The last word I heard was an incredible love
Only remembering a sparkling white dove

One minute everything was cheerful and fine
The next twisted metal and the smell of slaughtered swine

Only recalling the star above my head
The faint smell of roses in the well-manicured flower bed 

Absence of pain, the incredible peace of strolling through the rain

Shadows began to shift. The light grew dim. 
No longer seeing or hearing Him

The sweet aroma was replaced with alcohol and iodine 
Peace leaving and chills traveling up my spine

Months later, knowing what I know for sure
Receiving a little glimpse of Heaven for which there is no cure

Having only one aim in my life, telling others there is Hope without strife

Understanding Scripture unveils an entirely new meaning 
After capturing a glimpse of the Holy beginning 

Don't wait to clean your sinful life up
Till your spirit is leaving to drink of the cup

Thank You, God. Thank You, God, for sparing me from a seat in hell
Offering a chance to walk with Your Son Jesus, with whom my soul shall dwell 

April 17, 2023
MarkWaldrop