The wool is wet against my head, Imma's hands are shaking. The oil lamp is burning low, my very bones are aching. I hear the clink of silver coins, Abba’s paying for the glass, The doctor whispers in the hall, waiting for the hour to pass. I’m so tired, Abba... let me close my eyes a while, I see the salt upon your cheek, I cannot find the strength to smile. Hold my hand, Imma, I’m slipping from the shore, I cannot hear the neighbors or the crying anymore. Oh, Abba, don’t be frightened by the quiet in my chest, I’m only moving closer to a deep and dreamless rest. The weight is falling off me now, the room is fading gray, I’m just so tired... I’m just so tired today. The bitter taste of hyssop tea is gone from off my tongue, The air is sitting in my chest, a song that’s only half-way sung. The door is closing softly now, the latch is clicking home, I’m falling into silent dust, beneath the heavy loam. I don't feel the blankets, and I don't feel the cold, The story of this little girl is finished and is told. Hold my hand, Imma, I’m slipping from the shore, I cannot hear the neighbors or the crying anymore. Oh, Abba, don’t be frightened by the quiet in my chest, I’m only moving closer to a deep and dreamless rest. The weight is falling off me now, the room is fading gray, I’m just so tired... I’m just so tired today. "Talitha Cumi" My eyes fly open to the light, I see the Teacher’s face, Standing in my bedroom in this plain and holy place. Then I feel His fingers, firm and warm and real, A supply of life and mercy that no fever could ever steal. He smiles at Abba, and He tells them, "Give her food," The Word of the Father is concrete and it is good. The sleep is gone, Abba.... help me to my feet. I’m so hungry, Imma—bring me something I can eat. The Teacher is smiling, watching Imma run, To grab the loaf of barley bread before the day is done. No more silver for the doctor, no more salt upon your face, Just the sound of Abba’s laughter filling up this place. The supply is on the table, the Teacher’s work is through, I was sleeping in the quiet... now I’m back again with you.
