A Final Plea--By Carolyn Devonshire--United States

A Final Plea

I wonder if you can hear my cries.
With tear-filled eyes I look to the skies.
There’s no response; something inside dies.

I understand others have trouble;
life in pieces, I sort through rubble
and cast prayers aloft in hope’s bubble.

I meditate on my past mistakes
over sins committed, my heart aches.
Please listen, dear Lord, as my faith shakes.

I contemplate harm I’ve done others,
those I call my sisters and brothers,
as the hope within me now smothers

I stand in awe of Your great power -
and cast prayers aloft in hope’s bubble.
Please save this wretch in her last hour.

Carolyn Devonshire is from Ormond Beach, Florida