Open Hands

O ur hearts were guarded from further hurt,
P ain, betrayal, wounds cut deep.
E ntreating healing, yet,
N owhere to turn, trapped by our fears.

H earts are softened in compassion,
A s we learn to see, with
N ew eyes, the precious gifts
D elivered as an olive branch.
S haring our selves, we learn, at last, to trust.


We sought help for problems beyond our abilities to cope.
You offered hope of peace, trust, renewed friendship with open hands.