30dac Magazine Issue 01 September 2014 | Page 310

Inner Conflict

by Vinnie R.

Trapped in a flawed body, but the mind is clear.

It knows that each life has a cross to bear

It is up to us to carry it with tears or cheer!

There are moments when the heart

Is conflicted by the wants of the mind

When the seeds of doubt and blame

Sadness and anger ignite a flame.

As we try to remind ourselves, it is all right

Somehow, it is difficult to see any light

Then one day if we stick around long enough

Wisdom comes knocking and we see

That all that seems horrible

Has the potential to be incredible.

If we just stay and give it a chance

At the end of the journey

As we look back at a glance

Maybe we would look with a smile

And say well it was all worthwhile!