Sometimes We Feel Defeated

Written Especially for Evelyn

Sometimes we feel defeated before we even make it out of the gate

And when the gate opens, the last thing we want to do is run

We walk slowly and although we see the finish line it seems impossible to reach

Stand behind that gate and ponder good thoughts including this one

I am not the only person who loves you and cares about you

If you look to your left you will see your own cheering committee

Friends, family members, and dancing buddies – we are all rooting for you

Now, walk out of the gate with a bit of a stride

And there to your right you will see your angels who help you live life every day

Angels you were born with – your own inspirational team of spirits with wings

They want nothing but good things for you

They want you to overcome everything in your path

Straight ahead is that finish line we talked about

And that is where you will see your Guardian Angel

An Angel that is always present – everyone has one

Keep your eyes on that Angel and most of all listen

Direction and lots of healing love will follow

When you make it to the finish line look to your left

I will be standing front and center in that crowd

I named myself the head of your cheering committee

Now, the gate has opened

You are ready to move forward

With the rest of your life

Run when you can

Walk when you need to

And dance your way back to us

See you at the finish line!

©2020 Karen Lea