Christian poem 'If I were Blind' by Patricia Joan Polhans (Christart.com)

If I were Blind
by Patricia Joan Polhans

If I were blind, none would know
I see with eyes not here below.
Eyes were given through my heart
That's how I view and how I start.

If I were blind I would not care
The color of skin, teeth and hair?
If I were blind what would I see?
Prejudice! What color is he?

If I were blind it would not matter
My ears would only hear their chatter.
Blindness is often good you know
For, then, I see only precious souls.

If I were blind and could not see
The arms that were embracing me
I'd not care if he had worn out clothes.
If I were blind I'd not see those.

I do not see with eyes so much.
I only perceive from a gentle touch.
My heart would sense friend or foe
For I do not see what others know.

If I were blind and could not see
How people stare and point at me.
If I were blind, thankful I am
To be sheltered in protecting hands.

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