In a heart-shattering swoosh
Yellow orange flames appear
Out of thin air, fiery magic: swisshh!
Time stands still, frozen in fear
Eyes hypnotized by spreading flames
Raging and consuming all in its path.
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Thoughts a pounding
Heart beats racing
Screaming from within
Baby’s confused cries pierce
Muscles spring to action
Taking flight, flames die out
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Charred remnants fill my vision
Oh dear anxious heart be still
What-ifs scenarios, mind’s revision
A continuous loop sends down a chill
Enough! No more dwelling in fear.
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Friend’s reassurances fall on deaf ears
Husband’s comfort efforts fall to naught
I run to God’s Word to cast off all fears
Desperate for a calm amidst my inner raging storm