Reflection  As the glorious sun was setting in the  west,  A heavenly glow upon the earth was  cast.  A woman, her family settled and  evening chores done  Strolled slowly along the river bank to  be alone.  She stood on the bridge looking into the  river  As the rushing water tumbled and  swirled silver.  Her thoughts as in a dream became  enshrined  Reflected were the souls of all  mankind.  Deep in dark murky waters caught in a  dangerous undertow,  Were idolaters, the liars, the greedy,  masters of deception,  The selfish, those of little faith, who had  sunk so low.  Floating above the dark waters were  God's chosen children,  Full of compassion, forgiveness,  courage, the faithful few,  Those with generous loving hearts, the  ones without sin.  She stood with thanksgiving and looked  to the heavens above,  There she saw Faith, Hope, Mercy and  Grace securely enfolded  in the arms of Love.  Juliette Dickey