richards odes

Reflections

To see the high peaks shining on a bright and sunny day
And then reflected in a lake while we were on our way.
The reflected image was much clearer l have deemed
Than the real original or that's the way it seemed.
Perhaps when we're reflecting on things within our past
We get a clearer image than when things go by so fast.
Of course our own reflections may ignore the sordid bits 
We make a perfect picture with everything that fits!
All the things we do not like we tend to sweep away
And all of our best qualities, we will let them stay!
But our Father sees us exactly as we are
Our flaws and imperfections are not seen as a bar!
He sent his son to die for us, to save us from our sin
And open heaven's gate for us so we can walk right in!
Of course we should be honest and ask Him to forgive
In the perfect knowledge that with His love we live!