Today's word is "offing" ... AW-fing, OF-ing ... the more distant part of the sea seen from the shore, beyond the anchoring ground. in the offing, a. at a distance but within sight. b. in the projected future; likely to happen: A wedding is in the offing. (Dictionary.com)
Puzzle
If we could see far, far ahead,
To where the road bends out-of-sight,
Would this knowledge help or hinder;
Or make us better for its light?
Would knowing what is in the offing,
Bring insecurity or peace?
We who barely know this moment,
Into which we fain release?
Perhaps this daily mystery,
Is meant to help us slow our hearts,
To live and love the lives we're given,
And enjoy each fragile part.
Anne Selleck
Copyright 2016
Puzzle
If we could see far, far ahead,
To where the road bends out-of-sight,
Would this knowledge help or hinder;
Or make us better for its light?
Would knowing what is in the offing,
Bring insecurity or peace?
We who barely know this moment,
Into which we fain release?
Perhaps this daily mystery,
Is meant to help us slow our hearts,
To live and love the lives we're given,
And enjoy each fragile part.
Anne Selleck
Copyright 2016
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