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I don’t want to talk to you.

But I’ll gladly listen to your words.

I don’t want you here.

But I’ll make you a fine dinner.

I prefer to be alone.

But I’ll willingly accompany you as you need.

I don’t want your help.

But I’ll happily wash your feet.

I don’t belong in your world.

But I recognize that you belong in mine.

I care about you.

But I can hardly abide your presence.

I want to go home.

But it is better for you if I remain.

In all things, everyone is far more important.

And this is why I remain apart.

By His Grace.