you have taught me many lessons,
yet my learning will never cease,
I used to question your motives,
now I welcome you with embrace.
you have spun many truths,
my beliefs continue to be tested,
I know to question your intent,
I will never just accept.
you have tried many tricks,
I'm yet to tire of your wicked ways,
your tests meld with intrigue,
providing me with strength
to overcome the trials borne
in every waking hour,
although I long for a reprieve,
I know you're here to stay,
so tempt me with your next test,
my resilience will keep you at bay.
yet my learning will never cease,
I used to question your motives,
now I welcome you with embrace.
you have spun many truths,
my beliefs continue to be tested,
I know to question your intent,
I will never just accept.
you have tried many tricks,
I'm yet to tire of your wicked ways,
your tests meld with intrigue,
providing me with strength
to overcome the trials borne
in every waking hour,
although I long for a reprieve,
I know you're here to stay,
so tempt me with your next test,
my resilience will keep you at bay.
"Blessed are the steadfastly enduring, they that are patient under ills and hardships, who lament not over anything that befalleth them, and who tread the path of resignation....
(Gleanings from the Writings of Bahá'u'lláh, LXVI, p. 129)
