Before I go

by Chelsey   Jul 12, 2006


*I'm going on a missions trip July 20 to New Orleans to help familys clean out there homes from Hurricane Katrina...believe it or not they need a lot of help still. This was a poem I wanted to write to see how I feel before I leave, and compare it to how I feel when I come back*

In just one week I’ll be gone
Finally able to let my light shine
Giving words of hope to those who need it
Telling them to have faith and they’ll be fine

Giving to those who lost their homes
Some food to eat and plenty of clothes
I’ll shake an elderly hand so tight
Perhaps give a child a kiss on the nose

I understand where I’ll be headed
Might have mud and debris everywhere
I know it might be invested with bugs
I know I might get lots of dust in my hair

Yes I’m a girly girl here and there
But I tell you I’m not afraid to break a nail
I’ll lift heavy things and break a sweat
Taking slow breathes for dirty things I don’t inhale

Just give me hammer or a hand drill
Be sure to give me nails and screws
I’ll rebuild the walls and decks that need it
I’m not afraid to get cuts or a bruise

I’ll get dirty if that’s what it takes
Have a little bit of faith in me
I’ve done a mans work before
I’ve lifted 50 lbs and chopped down a tree

I just pray for every church going
That they travel down there safe
I pray no injuries happen that week
I pray no one get to burnt or chafed

Lord I pray I be ready emotionally
Please do not allow me to cry
I have a heart that will be sad for others
To see that their houses are gone and their family died

Please allow me to touch at least one person
Allow me to become close with a few
Lord during this experience what I really want
Is to have a closer walk with you
Here is my poem before I leave
And please dear God when I get back
Allow me to write another poem
Saying I survived and accomplished all of that

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  • 17 years ago

    by Arcane Blondie

    This is a really touching poem---It's a very nice thing are doing by going down there to help the people that need it most-I hope you do accomplish everything you set out to----5/5

  • 17 years ago

    by Lu

    Chelsey you are such an inspiration to this (olden) soul . You never fail to amaze me with your golden heart .And your wonderful faith in God warms my heart .

    I can't even begin to express with words how extremely proud I am of you .You give....give.......give and expect nothing in return and to me you are one of the most UNSELFISH teenagers I know ....Not even (teenager )you are one of the most UNSELFISH people I know.....period.

    This poem speaks volumns of compassion, caring and in it's own little way hope .By volunteering your time to these unfortunate people you show the world "Hope" .

    I will miss you when you are gone A.I.D but it conforts me knowing you are out there doing something these people need the most .
    Help........support.....compassion.....and love
    and I know you will deliver then all with a tear in your heart (for their sadness )but a smile on your face ( as their rock)

    Take care A.I.D
    I will carry you in my thoughts and prayers throughout your journey .
    Love ya girly....don't ever forget it...XXXXX

  • 17 years ago

    by Raychil

    This poem really was an inspiration. It was so beautiful, you have such confidence in yourself and your relationship with God, its truly great :). I bet you'll help a lot of people, you seem to be a nice girl, I'm sure they'll love you there. I'll be praying along with you, I hope you accomplish everything you want to. Good luck!
    God bless.

  • 17 years ago

    by Darien

    Ohhh wow Chels. This was such an inspirational write. It is amazing how much faith you have in God, and it's a wonderful thing to see. You are such a sweetheart, full of loving and caring thoughts and actions. I think I am going to call you 'Supergirl' Lol, because you are just that amazing. (Did you really do a man's work) haha.
    I hope you have a wonderful time. God bless you Chelsey, you are one amazing girl.

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