all i know

I used to be so certain

but there is little in life

I can keep straight anymore.

I know you are patient—

that much I know—

gracious and forgiving.

I know I’m limited

and life is short.

I know you know

and I don’t.

I know my life

is not my own.

I know you weep

when I weep

and I know that hope

is an irrational gift,

like catching

tomorrow’s laughter today.

I’ve known your care

and provision,

your mercy and compassion—

but I don’t know

where you are taking me now.

I only know enough

to say thanks

and I love you.

So, please stay with me

here in this place

of few certainties.

……………………….

all I know

by troy cady