This Good Ole Heart of Mine

This good ole heart of mine is so big that it believes everyone deserves a second chance.
This good ole heart of mine aches because people have done me how I’d never consider doing them.
This good ole heart of mine has gotten me into situations I’ve found myself longing to get out of.
This good ole heart of mine trusts easily because why hold someone else responsible for the pain that another has inflicted upon me.
This good ole heart of mine breaks quietly so no one has to hear the sound.
This good ole heart of mine is trying to hold it together because I believe in due time I’ll see why God allowed me to endure every test He’s set before me.
This good ole heart of mine is in conflict because at times it’s easier to get out of character but in the end that’s not who I am.
This good ole heart of mine considers everyone else while no one considers me, and maybe just maybe that’s my problem.
This good ole heart of mine has had me to show up for people and not have them to show up for me in return.
This good ole heart of mine has been given away whole and returned to me in pieces.
This good ole heart of mine forgives before it heals because hanging on to hate is heavier than the hurt.
This good ole heart of mine feels like a blessing and burden all in one.
This good ole heart of mine has a wall around it, yet it’s almost invisible ; this isn’t to keep anyone out, it’s to see who’s willing to come close.
This good ole heart of mine doesn’t seek revenge, just peace.
This good ole heart of mine has a lot of stories to tell.

And if I had to do it all over again…
I’d still lead with this good ole heart of mine.