So Many Things Have Thorns
Saint Paul had a thorn,
I understand
Sometimes I feel as if I’ve swallowed
A rose bush
And the thorns now pierce the skin from
Inside
Watch out, don’t get too close
You’ll hurt yourself
C L Couch
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In conversation, I prefer Christopher. My mom named me after Christopher Robin, after all. In writing, I use “C L Couch” (or, more simply, “c l couch”) because the form is genderless and also frankly easier to use. I have awful writer’s cramp. I am an educator more or less retired, more or less due to disability. At present, I live in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania (USA). My writing here I mean to be occasional and also devotional. Either or both. The banner and profile photographs are by my friend and peer Debra Danielson. More of Debbie’s work to be enjoyed is at debradanielson.org. Thanks to each of you and both and all for coming to my blog.
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clcouch123 
November 7, 2018 at 5:57 pm
Such a sad piece. And the relation to St Paul’s thorns where he prayed 3 times to have them taken away from him. I hope you’re okay. I read this, now I m worried. The image of swallowing a rose bush is a very powerful one! And also gives a feeling of such pain. I’m sorry for your hurt and I just prayed for you, will keep praying. The hardest but most wonderful part of this Biblical verse/section is God’s answer to St.Paul
“My Grace is sufficient for you, my power is made perfect in weakness.” This used to depress me almost when I read it too. Then I realized thatGod’s Grace is abundant and he is listening, helping us to endure and get through things, even one day at a time when we’re feeling miserable. Also, we know God is omipotent and all powerful so both His power and grace are larger than life’s afflictions and I do believe, he will never give you more than you can handle, will never desert you, and bless you many times even if right now is difficult. Grace denotes healing and relief, a gift from God anyways and I pray this for you my friend.