January 5

Then fall

"Certain thoughts are prayers. There are moments when, whatever the position of the body, the soul is on its knees." - Victor Hugo

When you feel that you're shaking,
Bend down to your knees.
Do not lean against wall,
Nor cling to the cliff.
When you feel like you're falling,
then fall.

When you feel that you're aching,
Don't pretend to be strong,
Even worse, ask for pity
For their pity is short.
If you're weak, then be weaker
and fall.

When you're low, bend some more,
Put your palms on your face,
Put your face to the floor,
And cry loud like the wolves.
When you need God the most,
let him know.



(by Ada, 2024)