Once they were famous for their elegance and beauty

Poems and songs of love only were written

Not a care for anyone was wrought, but propriety

Hands, these hands were indeed long, slender and beautiful.

Once they longed to be tangled with their true love

Nothing mattered but holding the hands of the one they adored

Though adorned with a golden ring they longed for a tender clasp

Hands, these hands were indeed long, slender and in love.

Once they held a precious gift begotten of love

Caressing and comforting the one clinging to the breast

Wondered if these hands could shield the babe from hurt

Hands, these hands were indeed strong, tender and cared.

As these hands cup the Holy Book thanking their Maker

With all the beauty and pride bygone

Are these hands worthy enough for service unto Him?

Hands, these hands are indeed ugly, wrinkled and unworthy.

Elegance and beauty they have displayed

Love and adoration they have sensed

Care and trust they have bestowed

Clumsily and weakly they now rest in His Hands.

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