Bridge Over Troubled Water

I've been sailing along for a while, enjoying the smooth, glassy surface of the water. I'd put my head back, feeling the sun on my face. So caught up, I was, in the tranquility, I failed to notice the warning, the gathering clouds, the distant rumble of thunder.  To me, the storm seemed to come from nowhere.  

Suddenly, I found myself among choppy waves and rain stung my face.  The wind stole my breath and threatened to tip me over completely. Tossed to and fro, I was unable to see the shore, or anything, other than the clouds that surrounded me. All I could do was hold on and pray for calmer weather.

When you're weary

Feelin small

When tears are in your eyes

I will dry them all

I love this song. Always have. I recently found a version of it on youtube and have listened to it everyday. It has brought me much peace.

I'm on your side

When times get rough

And friends just can't be found

Like a bridge over troubled water

I will lay me down

As I have struggled, I have felt the comfort of knowing that I am not alone. There is One who cares and truly understands my trials.  I believe that the Savior not only took upon Himself our sins, but also all our pains and troubles. This gives Him a completely unique perspective and empathy.  I have felt Him near and known that He loves me and is there for me. 

When you're down and out

When you're on the street

When evening falls so hard

I will comfort you

I'll take your part

When darkness comes

And pain is all around

Like a bridge over troubled water

I will lay me down

What I love about this song is that the bridge can be so many different things. It can be God, or a friend, or family.  It can even be something you hear or read that comes at the perfect moment, that seems to be put there just for you.  Whatever it is, it brings you comfort and hope. 

My favorite part of the song-

Sail on silver girl

Sail on by

Your time has come to shine

All your dreams are on their way

See how they shine

If you need a friend

I'm sailing right behind

Sometimes that's all I need. Someone to remind me that my life is shiny, that my dreams are on their way, that there is a better day coming.  That gentle reminder  is the bridge I need to carry me over the water, where I can put my feet on solid ground and bask in the light of the rising sun.