There is Time

In the midst of the grief, there is time
for dancing,  for laughing,  for hugs.

In the midst of the anger, there is time
for hope, for celebration, for love.

In the midst of the confusion, there is time
for solidarity, for clarity, for friendship.

In the midst of the weariness, there is time
for sudoku, or colouring or crosswords with  sweet breads and tea.

In the midst of the despair, there is time
for gatherings, with stories retold, remembering.

In the midst of the fear, there is time
for community, for growing connection with love.

In the midst of life, there is time,
there is always time for living, for being, for creating,
for offerings,  for being
your own wonderful and unique gift to the world.

There is time.

gkn January 2017