Monday, March 30, 2015

Time to Reflect--By Charlene McCutcheon--United States

Time to Reflect

It's silent except for the ticking of the clock in the hall.
Quite late, but with time to myself, I can reflect on it all.
What could I have done better or what more can I do?
Stop! Remember you're only human, so try not to stew.

Yes, it is distressing to watch children suffer reverses,
But God's in control and uses the bad for his purposes
Financial and relationship difficulties of their own making,
Just cannot help but wish their sins they'd be forsaking.

Then words coming from above so lovingly enter in.
Alas, tis high to be a judge, forsake your doubting sin
It’s not your work and glory to change another being
With work enough to do on self, stop your worrying.

Let go, let God: a work in progress seemingly so slow
But unless I do, I’ll lose my ever loving mind, I know.
Opening my scriptures, knowing I can trust in His word,
Peace enters in and once again I give it all to the Lord.

Charlene McCutcheon is a 73 year old, wife, mother of seven, grandmother of thirty and great-grandmother of 14. She has just discovered her voice through poetry within the last few years. Her former ways of expression have been through the media of arts and crafts. Her desire to share herself with others for their benefit has been the motivating factor in all her endeavors. She loves life, work, play and most of all people.

20 comments:

  1. Charlene, you've written a straightforward poem, I loved reading it!! It's my prayer that many will turn to the Lord & read God's word for themselves. He's the answer to all that is wrong with this world. Thanks for an uplifting, wonderful message, unfortunately not too popular today! God bless you...Love, Chris~

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    1. Thank you so much for your kind words Christine. You are a blessing to this community. Always such thoughtful input. I love and appreciate you.
      Love, Charlene

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  2. Hello, Charlene, your poem is beautiful, wise and humble. If only we humans could be humble at all times. If it weren't for our vanity, perhaps, that would be more feasible. I always enjoy reading your words because I know they are from your heart. Sheri

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    1. Dearest Sheri, thank you so much for your input. I truly appreciate the comments you make on all poems here on Whispers. A wonderful talent you have, besides writing poetry, is you can always find the time to lift and build another with your words. What a blessing you are to this community. I love you.
      Charlene

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  3. Your humble petition will find a home, you know. Doubtful you will ever have someone bear witness to it, but that is okay... There is a record.

    And, an aside... This was so much fun to read. Your lyrical romp just rolls. You are a treasure, Charlene.

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    1. Michael, thank you so much for your kind and encouraging words. I truly appreciate you and your willingness to lift all who contribute to Whispers. There are so many jewels here and you are one of those shining examples.
      Charlene

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  4. Charlene,

    Always like your poems. This one is so good. Reaching to the reader so wonderfully.

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    1. Ntchindi, thank you so much for your kind comments. I truly appreciate the encouragement.
      Charlene

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  5. Always nice reading you Charlene - depth to your words and a gentleness that comes from your heart...Rhoda

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    1. Rhoda, you always can read my heart when you read my poems and always make a comment that uplifts and encourages me to keep writting. I so much appreciate and love you.
      Charlene.

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  6. Dear Charlene--What heartfelt words. Thank you for choosing this to share with us and I know your family--as well as your 'Whispers' family is very proud of you.
    Sincerely, Barbara

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    1. Barbara, my dear, thank you for sharing your thoughts about my poem. Truly they are heartfelt. I so much appreciate your taking the time to read and comment on my poems.
      Love, Charlene

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  7. love this beautiful spiritual write, my friend

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    1. Jack, thank you for your kind evaluation. I appreciate it so much!

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  8. Thank you, John Polselli, for the following--

    Saturated with wisdom, your poem touched a very deep place within me. Thank you, Charlene for sharing this lovely poem with all of us.

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    1. John, thank you for your kind words. I always wonder if I share "too much".
      Perhaps I haven't in your case.
      Charlene

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    2. Thank you so much John for your kind remarks. I always wonder if I share too much of myself, but perhaps in is worth writing of my experiences if it touched a deep place within you.
      Charlene

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  9. Thank you, Richard Sponaugle, for the following--

    Very heartfelt and poignant, reminding us to always trust in God and the Bible.

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    1. Thank you Richard for taking the time to read and comment on my poem. I once heard a "Whispering of the Spirit" that told me, "You finally found out how to have peace, trust and obey." Obeying the admonition to search ponder and pray about, the scriptures has brought me much peace.

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  10. Thank you, Barbara Siekierski, for the following--

    A good poem for reminding us to let things go and put your troubles in God's hands and you will have peace.

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