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The Sunshine Poem

The Sunshine Poem
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Some of the stories you hear on Consider This are written by someone else.  Mason Jars by Amy was featured recently and had a tremendous response from listeners and readers.  This week, we feature another piece by a listener.  I wonder if Suzanne will remember this poem, written decades ago.  Listen in.

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The Sunshine Poem-  #455

Suzanne sent in a little poem that she wrote on May 10, 1991. For whom was it written? See what you think. It goes like this –

Grant me a little bit of sunshine,
Promise me a little bit of hope.
Have faith in me,
Even though you might feel that I’m wrong.
For if you stand behind me,
I know I can be strong.
And if you stand beside me,
I know I can succeed.

A beautiful intercession showing someone how important they are to the writer. A cry for understanding and acceptance.  The words seem to echo what we all desire from someone we care for.

Listen again and let the words sink in. 

Grant me a little bit of sunshine,
Promise me a little bit of hope.
Have faith in me,
Even though you might feel that I’m wrong.
For if you stand behind me,
I know I can be strong.
And if you stand beside me,
I know I can succeed.

I don’t know for whom the poem was written. But I can tell the person must be special to be called on to play such an important role In the life of the writer.

It was written more than 20 years ago.  I hope Suzanne went on to write out more such thoughts. They are well worth considering

P.S.   

Musing on Suzanne’s poem, I hope that the person she addressed did indeed stand behind her and beside her.  It sounds like that person gave her strength and confidence.  What a blessing to have someone like that in your life.  I hope Suzanne was so blessed.

[Show #455]

Filed Under: Encouragement, Friendship, Podcast Episodes Tagged With: encouragement, Hope, poem

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  1. Cathie Taylor says

    October 22, 2018 at

    Amen!!💓💓

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