I’ve come to the end of one of life’s docks
stand perched on reluctant toes.
Warm waters below are beckoning me,
but I must know where it goes!
I hear the water speaking then
“My dear, you do not need
to know where I’ll be taking you.
Just follow where I lead.”
And so I take my deepest breath,
then with a prayer I dive.
The water greets me with delight-
I swim, no need to strive.
Warm currents guide me on my way
toward a distant shore.
New paths to choose, and brand-new docks,
I’ve never walked before.
Still a little scared, but sure
the waters I can trust.
Discover in my heart there lives,
an excited wanderlust!
4/21/24
Karen McCaskey 