My Garden Grows

I will sit here, Speaking my heart to You. Look on me as in a garden Tending these flowers of love. I water them, Sometimes with tears, Sometimes with sweat, And always with the water That flows from my Baptism. Water my garden from above. Make my flowers grow, And as I tend them, Please … Continue reading →

The Lord’s Joy

The Lord’s joy Is my strength. He persuades my heart By gentleness. His mercy is a fountain Of inner mirth, Springing up in all seasons, To temper my sorrow, To pour oil into my wounds, To salt my friendships And to delight the Father, Who sees me Running after His Son, And dancing with David’s … Continue reading →