I recall a day on a bench in a park watching my children play
as long as I live I'll never forgetwhat happened to me that day
my man and I had a fight so I went out to clear my head
Trying to forget all those hateful words
that both of us had said
As I sat there I wondered when I get home what I would say
A sad and lonely woman sat next to me and she began to pray
She prayed Lord please take care of my children
I don't know what else to do
My husband is gone and as you know he's now living with you
We had it all when he was here, but now its all gone
The white picket fence the fancy car and the pool in the backyard
Back then I didn't fret about if food would be put on the table
I knew he would take care of things
he was always ready willing and able
With a smile he never complained
I want so much to forget that horrible morning
When he left for work that forever changed our lives
The day I found out how much pain can be caused
when a drunk drives
now I don't know from day to day
where we will lay our heads
all I can think about are my children
and how they will be fed
She prayed I need your help now more lord than ever before
And I know there are people out there
that need your help more
But I'm not sure what to do know
I'm at the end of my rope
Is there anyone out there lord you can send me
that can give me some hope
Please lord hear my plea
A tear ran down my face
as I heard this ladies cries
I put myself in her shoes
And came to realize
All my problems were so small
looking through her eyes
I knew what I had to do
there was no doubt
I had to do everything in my power
to help this poor soul out
I pulled out of my purse some cash and a deed
To say anymore there was no need
I left her with a prayer with all of my might
And I never slept more peaceful
than I slept that night
Michelle Rygula 2007 (all rights reserved)