Why? "Why?" I cried out to my Lord "I just don't understand!" "Just wait, My child," He whispered And gently took my hand "But I need a reason, God," said I "It would be easier if I knew." "You may not see it now," He said "But it's enough, my love, that I do." "You cannot see the future, Or the necessary tests Required, though painful To make you your very best "Take me," you once asked Me You wanted to be My clay Now at your word I'll now take you As down on your knees you pray So hold on tight I'm not yet quite through Though the trials may be often rough Know, My child, that I'll take care of you." Silent and corrected, I started to softly cry "Patience, my child," He said then "Soon I'll show you the answer to your 'why?'" Rose Jardin