Poem, unknown author
Here's a poem I rediscovered cleaning the house today. I found this when Abuelo Centellas was in the hospital.
I Asked God
I asked God to take away my habit.
God said, No.
It is not for me to take away, but for you to give it up.
I asked God to make my handicapped child whole.
God said, NO.
His spirit is whole, his body is only temporary.
I asked God to grant me patience.
God said No.
Patienceis a by-produce of tribulations; It isn't granted, it is learned.
I asked God to give me happiness,
God said, NO.
I give you blessings, happiness is up to you.
I asked God to spare me pain.
God said NO
suffering draws you apart from worldly cares and brings you closer to me.
I asked God to make my spirit grow.
God said NO.
You must grow on your own, but I will prune you to make you fruitful.
I asked God for all things that I might enjoy life.
God said NO
I will give you life, so that you may enjoy all things
I asked God to help me love others, as much as He love me.
God said...
Ahhh, finally you have the idea.