I See You Through His Eyes

I see you through His eyes
No shame… guilt or pain
Diamonds come from coal
Process

Many would walk by
Not turn their head or see
The treasure hidden
Inside, just waiting for you to be

Yielded and strong
Transparent and true
A life that reflects
What heaven can do

Shattered pieces can be
A mosaic of great beauty
Beauty for ashes
Richness for a cheap imitation

Waiting in darkness
Sent ones will find
The most priceless creation
Buried and out of sight

Then when the Father’s done
With pressure and time
The purest liquid gold
Will flow from inside

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For 43 years, Dennis and Diana Nickell shared their lives, passion, and hearts. Dennis, a Vietnam Combat Veteran who dealt daily with the aftermath of his 14 months in-country, spent his later years reaching out to Veterans, their loved ones and tried to help share why you should never give up. Sept, 12th, 2021 Dennis joined his brothers in arms in heaven, who never had the chance to have the life he fought for daily, and his wife Diana still carries on the mission of educating, enlightening, and encouraging those who have paid such a heavy price for freedom. 

Dedicated to ALL, first responders, and heroes, Diana has found peace in the wealth of her family and her faith. The YouTube series Surviving Vietnam can be accessed freely at https://www.survivevietnam.com/

“Quiet Place” first appeared in Breaking Chains, written by Dennis Nickell.

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