Canoeing Down the River

By Mariah Hlatywayo

Photo by Kym van der Plas

Canoeing down the river

Gentle current moves me.

Ebbing, flowing water

And sunlight, all surrounding.

And as I go 

I’m leaving places,

Tearfully farewelling faces,

But the still, small voice,

He gently whispers,

“It’s time to let go”. 

Canoeing down the river,

Some will come and some will go.

But I will never be lonely, 

Of this I’m sure, and this I know. 

Because the still, small voice

He brings me comfort. 

He won’t leave me 

Alone to wander.

As night falls, 

I’m not going under,

I’ll keep carrying on. 

Canoeing down the river.

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Mariah Hlatywayo—Regular Contributor

Mariah Hlatywayo (lutch-why-oh) is a singer-songwriter and drummer from Perth, Western Australia. She grew up in a musical family and enjoys writing, singing and playing songs inspired by her  Christian faith and life experiences. When she is not making music, you can find her teaching music to teenagers, drinking coffee, and annoying Felicity – her fluffy rag-doll cat. Find more at mariahhlatywayo.com