What If An Angel Took Hold of Your Hand? A Poem By Rachel Snyder What if an angel took hold of your hand And whispered sweet, "I understand" Embraced you close and stroked your brow And murmured soft, "I've got you now." What if this angel soothed your soul, Nursed your wounds and scars of old Polished your heartstrings until they glistened And gentle said, "Tell me all, I'll listen." Would you drop your walls, set loose your tears Could you finally face your darkest fears? Would you sink into surrender fair And allow yourself some comfort there? Can you still the chatter, quell the din, Seek that silent spot that dwells within? What if an angel said, "I'll give you the choice -- You can speak your truth now, in your quivering voice, There's no need anymore upon others to lean You can make direct connection without a go-between." With the question echoed below, above How fast, how tall will you stand for Love? How soon are you able to shed, to peel To say less I think, and more I feel? Surrounded by angels, would you dare to swoon To dance, to sing, by the light of the moon? What if the angel vowed to stay near And promised fast, "We are always here" And shared with you the words you yearned for The knowings that your heart returned for -- What if an angel, divinely wrought, Reminded you of everything you once were taught And what if, as the veil was lifted, You remembered you are worthy and abundantly gifted. If every rose in the garden suddenly flowered Would that presence alone leave you touched and empowered? What if the angel was the person beside you - Could you trust enough for your own heart to guide you? Angels are walking among us wearing quite human faces Be aware! You will find them in the most unlikely places. And miracle of miracles, I swear to you this is true: The most glorious angel you ever meet may turn out to be YOU. -----------------------------------