Change

Sometimes you least expect Her
Other times you know She's coming
Some get snatched up in Her clutches
Others She leaves behind

There are times when you'd do anything for Her
Like move across the country or
Finally quit a thankless job to follow your dreams
And you realize the power She has on you

When all you want to do is make Her slow down
Even just for a few more moments
You seem to treasure the moments you can control
And ache for the ones that you can't

Sometimes She takes your breath away
And you find faith, hope, and love in people
You never dreamed of knowing before She came along
Then She rears her ugly head and ruins your best laid plans

Sometimes She requires letting go
Leaving a gaping void in your heart
Other times She demands taking a step
Making it happen or letting it go

While She shines on others you may feel left behind
Lost in Her mirage of dancing mirrors
But fear not- She has not forgotten you
Soon you will be singing and dancing in Her parade

I tip my hat and shed a tear
I'll give my heart to Her- no fear
Embrace Her, I will, come what may
Together we will find our way