Grateful Heart Poem by Don Bukana
Grateful Heart
Not too long ago, multiple tragedies rocked my world. My apartment in school was burgled. The burglars made away with valuable items. Gadgets, clothings, and some cash. That same day my house was broken into, I lost a substantial amount of cash from my monthly allowance. The week before that, I forgot my laptop in a public transport. At that point in my life, No reasonable explanation could help, and it was as if God was no where to be found. I still remember, That unfaithful day, I came back from school and found out that my apartment has been burgled. I was too weak to even speak. Was tired and hungry, but too angry to eat food. The last thing I remember saying before falling into a deep sleep was, 'God why me? ' I Woke the next morning, so exasperated that I neglected to pray. I sluggishly left the house. But little did I know that God was about to teach me the biggest lesson of my life. on my way to school, I saw a crippled young man in a wheelchair. He was trying so hard to drive himself to school under the hot morning sun and to be frank, he made little progress on that task. He was sweaty, worn-out and so tired but yet he was happy, he was all smiles and showed no sign of frustration. On seeing this, I was overcame with emotions that was way beyond me and suddenly I became teary-eyed., But God wasn't done with me yet. He laid a burden in my heart and moved me to go and push the crippled guy all the way to school until we reached his destination. When we got to his department he was thanking me, but instead I thanked him more.. He opened my eyes and made me realize how selfish and ungrateful I have been. Here was I, complaining about material things when someone needed just legs to walk to school. I left so ecstatic, and I never complained ever again. It was a lesson well learned. And thankGod today I have almost everything I lost!
Never underestimate the power of a grateful heart..
Multiple tragedies rocked our world provoking thought. No reasonable explanation could help. Your complain before God was justified. God opened eyes to regret. God is ever graceful to mankind. We keep our trust on him. By his power we feel grateful heart. We are thankful ever to God. Brilliant and excellently presented poem this is. ..10
developing a grateful heart from simple experiences which are telling and influening our lives is a great talent. you are a great spiritual teacher my dear poet. tony
But little did I know that God was about to teach me the biggest lesson of my life. on my way to school, I saw a crippled young man in a wheelchair. He was trying so hard to drive himself to school under the hot morning sun and to be frank, he made little progress on that task. He was sweaty, worn-out and so tired but yet he was happy, he was all smiles and showed no sign of frustration.
Excellent and thought provoking blessing in your life; happiness and joy are not tied to materialistic things. A great lesson to be learned. Having compassion, caring and helping others is all that has any real worth on this earth, all the rest is just man made trimmings that really add nothing to our souls. Never underestimate the power of your own experiences as you tell them to others you are bringing blessings, insight and a tremendous way of looking at and learning that being self-centered is not what is going to get us to heaven one day. Great portrait of a blessing here on earth! ! Thank you for sharing. RoseAnn
Too weak to even speak! ! But life goes on. Let us praise whatever we have at hand! Thanks for sharing this poem with us.
Beautiful poetic narrative, brother. Re-arrangement didn't deny this piece the much expected depth. Much kudos, dear poet.
This poem has not been translated into any other language yet.
I would like to translate this poem
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4/19/2024 12:46:37 PM # 1.0.0.1119
Beautiful motivational piece of poetry, well articulated and insightfully penned with conviction. An inspirational tale set aside for honest contemplation. Thanks for sharing Don and do remain blessed.
Wow what a compliment... thanks a lot Edu-nwa. I really do appreciate your insight. thanks