Thankful (seeing as Tom writes poems - I thought I would share one of mine)

In this world where it seems a moment cannot be guaranteed...
I am thankful.

When pain and trials pull on my heart and there seems no end in sight.
I am thankful.

I glimpse something of my destiny, eternity with you. I am so thankful.

I see again precious moments in the smallest things,
like shafts of light that brighten the darkest room.
I am thankful.

When heartache comes and emptiness surprises me, I am still thankful.

When weariness overwhelms and I feel I can't keep going, I am so thankful.

Thankful for your peace, for your love, for your mercy to me.

Thankful that you are the wind beneath my wings causing me to fly, that you are the anchor that keeps me from being washed away.

My rock, my love, my everything, My Jesus.