Sweet Revenge?--By Charlene McCutcheon--United States

Sweet Revenge?

Will

ever

I be rid

of temptation,

excessive sugar;

favorite comfort foods

that seemingly dull the pain

of doubt, fear, anger and malice

associated with offensive

behavior by those who say they love me?

with

prayer

and God's grace;

fear and hurt healed,

I won't take offense.

It is the greater sin!

Forgive as I'm forgiven,

seventy times seven; God's word!

Unforgiveness only adds insult

to injury, more anger and greater pain.

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.