Do not be afraid

I heard him tell me

Fear is not conversant in these things –

 

You might be delayed —

That’s as it shall be —

All the balm won’t take away the stings –

 

You must be aware

I heard him saying

Most life’s gifts are things we can’t control –

 

But, do not despair —

And don’t go straying —

There’s a diamond there

Beyond

The

Coal