Thank You

by Jenni Marie   Apr 9, 2013


Something always felt like
it was missing, and yet I never
knew quite what it was

have you ever felt that way?

The times where you know you
forgot something that was
important to remember
yet you just can't put
your finger on it.

Or how about the times when you know
you left an item somewhere, maybe in
a 'safe' place only now you can't recall
where that safe place was?

Or what about the times your body tells you
you need something; that you crave something
edible, something with vitamins or protein
but you can't be quite sure what food it is
your body is asking for

I felt that way for a long time.

Like something was missing, something
wasn't quite right and that maybe
I was missing a piece of my own
personal jigsaw?

Constantly I questioned,
aimlessly searching, always
wondering exactly what it was
that I was searching for
and yet...

yet I was never sure.
I couldn't figure it out.
Until now.

Recently, I realized what I was
searching for, I realized what
I was missing, what was so important
that it was constantly on my mind

making me wander about
important things
that I couldn't quite grasp,
no matter how I tried

That was you. I was searching for you.
My heart was closed and my mind
didn't want to listen and only lately
did I begin to realize just how
closed off I was, and what it was
I was looking for

And whilst I may not
be experienced, whilst I
may not be used to
allowing others into my life
and my heart, I'm thankful, God,

that I allowed you in

I'm thankful that I opened
my heart and that I began
to listen, that I found what it was
I was searching for for so long.

I'm eternally thankful
that you have welcomed me

into your arms.

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  • 11 years ago

    by Tara Kay

    Jen, I was reading this and nodding, what you described at the beginning...oh yeah, I've been there.
    We all find faith in something and that you have found yours in God, I'm pleased for you. Whatever we believe or whatever we find our faith in, it's special.

    You penned a flawless piece here, with the tone and flow it really was uplifting and powerful.

    Finding a place you can be safe in and trust, is precious.

    Great write
    X

  • 11 years ago

    by Mimed Lovette

    There is something genuine and sincere in this piece which makes the reader feels as if you trust us enough to let us into your deepest thoughts, or a seemingly simple problem which has been bothering you for quite a while. I could really understand what you mean behind every word as you weren't trying to hide your thoughts behind cryptic words. I could also relate to this poem well enough as who doesn't face this situation in life at least once? And it is these questioning which make life so perplexing yet intriguing. Like I mentioned before, I loved how your poems allow readers to connect flawlessly. Great job Jenni!

  • 11 years ago

    by Courageous Dreamer

    I'm so glad you've found that little piece of your life that you've been missing. I can only imagine how much better it must feel after all you've been through as of late. God is always someone you can confide in, I'm not one to go to church anymore but I can only imagine how wonderful it must be to have someone with such inspirational and encouraging words to help you through everything and anything. You deserve nothing but the best and I'm really very happy for you that perhaps is this what you've needed all along, the happiness you've needed. You deserve to be happy and at peace with your thoughts. Makes me think I should start reading the bible over, it's been a long time since I opened it up. Perhaps I would feel a bit better about certain things in my life. I definitely couldn't agree more with everyone's thoughts, God is truly the only one who will always be there for you.. other people will come and go in your life but he's consistently supportive. You wrote a very lovely poem here, I loved it :)

  • 11 years ago

    by Poet on the Piano

    This is a beyond beautiful testimony Jenni & I wish I could hug you right here and now! I am so happy for you and proud of you! Know that God will always be with you, no matter what... I think what makes this poem relatable to me is when you mentioned closing your heart- I think that's so easy to do! Often I have found myself purposefully distancing myself away because it's human to be upset here and there and to want to do things ourselves... but it doesn't bring us this peace in the long run. I agree that it's okay to question, because sometimes that can bring us closer if we ourselves connect with God and don't have others' influence solely, but I believe he is always open and waiting even if we can't see him. It's hard to believe he can love us so much even at our lowest point or where we're going through a tough time deciding... his love is amazing, hard to understand that's for sure, but always there! You penned such truth that warmed my heart... one of the most genuine writes I've ever come across.

    Beautiful, beautiful piece that is written with God's grace & straight from your soul! Such a joy to read this and I hope many others do too :]

  • 11 years ago

    by Piogga

    This is a great example of a poem that's genuine. It's so touching. No flashy wordsor imagery. Just sincerity. I personally love reading these poems. They let me know myself better in a way that I tell myself: Hey, I feel that too! Because sometimes we overlook some things. And it's only in certain, small moments like these that we're reaquainted with them.

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