When

When the match won't strike
And the flame won't burn
When the walk's a hike
And the world won't turn
When the dark clouds win
And the rain pours down
When you can't begin
And each smile's a frown
When your luck runs dry
And the cash runs out
When you wonder why
What this is all about
When you see no sense
And each day feels long
There's no recompense
And the fit is wrong
When there's no will to strive
And no urge to try
When you're drained of life
And you wonder why

Stop and take a look
At the nearest tree
Notice each gnarled nook
How it's wild and free
Listen to the birds
Singing overhead
They don't care if they're heard
They don't live in dread
Focus on one thing
That will bring you joy
Cause your soul to sing
And your smile, employ
When your heart wakes up
And recognises all
When love fills your cup
It matters not how small
When your gratitude
Leads to openness
And your attitude
Leads you to success
Then it matters not
When the sun won't shine
For you know you've got
A link to the Divine

Photo by Trudi Nicola, June 2026