My Cornerstone

In the northeast
corner of my heart,
I found a large
unfinished stone.

I thought it was a work of art
something kept under
lock and key
that glows with every
good deed done,
and cheers all
striving to be free

But prayer and praise
are not enough
Much work was left
for me to do

Up close it stands
unsquare and rough,
while working tools
remain like new

There's no mistake
I clearly see
It's wake up time,
and "up" to me

~~ Brother Tom Lyle ~~