Grounded in assurance

In every life there will fall both hills and valleys;

Moments of exaltation and of terror; 

Seasons when we’re most conscious 

 Of fullness, or of loss; 

Opportunities for hope and remorse — 

Each has its time. 

Our challenge is both to feel and know 

Where we are in each moment 

While remaining aware that this feeling, 

Like this moment, will pass; 

To stay grounded in assurance 

Of that which is timeless and unchanging.