Compassion, Winter 2021

Winter 2021 - Compassion | www.tcf.org.uk 22 Judge Me Not I was told I was cold today Is that how I appear Am I at fault The one who spoke would just have no idea I was told I was late today I tried to be on time To get to where I need to be, a mountain I must climb Judge me not If I turn away Please do not take offence I’ll take a while To catch my breath and build resilience Judge me not If I am distant I’ve tears behind my eyes I’ll search a smile If you can wait and do not criticize I was told I was kind today By showing that I care It gave reprieve Decreased the load of woe and loss I bear Safina Powell 22nd July 2021