Thy Hand is There

Eyes opening, now getting up, breathing in air;
Back achy, tight muscles stretched out with a flare.
Slow moving, here there, away goes the cook-ware;
Great comfort, for ever thy hand is there.

House bustling, school books are lost, found still nowhere;
Packed lunches, small youngster loud crying, nightmare!
Dear Hubby’s gone, quick to work, time for my hair;
Great comfort, for ever thy hand is there.

Peace quiet, birds singing, nice time for a prayer;
Hot tasty French pastry, tea steaming, nice pair.
God’s Word alone time, this all people must spare;
Great comfort, for ever thy hand is there.

Dressed quickly, door slamming, one better take care;
Jammed traffic, horns honking, cars plenty everywhere!
Boss grumpy, cross co-workers, break needed somewhere;
Great comfort, for ever thy hand is there.

Work now off, friend meeting, down at the town square;
Each strengthens each other, and shops quick for dress wear.
Home now and tired, hubby sets out the dish-ware;
Great comfort, for ever thy hand is there.

Fixed dinner, great bible time, tired big stares;
School work complete, tidy house, go all upstairs.
Fun reading, big books and night tales of brown bear;
Great comfort, for ever thy hand is there.

Glad tidings o’er ending the daily fanfare;
All children in bed, asleep now, silence doth blare.
Calm, quiet, so peaceful, time for the night’s prayer;
Great comfort, for ever God’s hand is there.

 

Kimberly Howell

I was born in 1967 and I have been living in sunny Whakatane, New Zealand since Christmas 2010. My husband pastors a church and it has been a delight living in New Zealand. We both are originally from Maryland, USA. I have been amazed at the beautiful landscapes and stunning wildlife, especially the birds in New Zealand. Many of the native birds visit our modest yard on a daily basis. I was blessed at one time to have several aviaries with finches. In 2021, I had surgery to remove my appendix which was filled with cancer and then breast cancer surgery and radiation. It was an interesting year. Prior to my surgeries, my husband had two back surgeries. I'm glad God knows best even if I do not understand all he is doing. In 2022, for 6 months, I traveled to the US to put my youngest daughter into college in Arizona. People I met, during this trip, spiritually lifted me up in ways they will never understand. I'm glad God is in control of everything. Resting, gardening, and reading my Bible are cherished pastimes. It gets my mind off everything. We all need those places we can go and get our minds off everything. A place that is encouraging and comforting and at the same time give a little pricking of the heart to keep us trying our best to serve the Lord. I hope this Blog will be such a place for you. A place to find encouragement and comfort along with a few smiles.

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