Series 2, Episode 20: Havin' a Talk With God: The Proposal Part 2

The Proposal - The Sequel 

This series, Havin’ A Talk With God, is a preview of a new Podcast Musical set to premiere in September 2022.

Get to know Thyme Quinn — and through the course of her conversations with her good ol’ pal, God, eavesdrop on the prayers of a most complex character searching for Truth in her daily struggle to understand  her own complexities – complexities that we all struggle with daily.

We’ll be presentin’ this weekly, an’ doncha worry none, each episode won’t take ya’ more ‘an 5 or 6 minutes a shot.  Along the way we promise lots a’ food for thought, a lotta laughs, an’ even a revelation or two regardin’ your own life.

Try it. He’s a different kinda God. He talks back … in plain English.

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Transcript

Havin’ A Talk With God
A Podcast Series
E20: The Proposal – The Sequel

Thyme

Dear God,

God

Yes, Thyme,

Thyme

Well, you were right – as usual.

God

And what am I right about this time?

Thyme

Well, I dern near messed up ma’ life, that’s all.

God

I imagine you’re speaking of fixin’ it up with your fiancé.

Thyme

You think it’s all fixed?

God

He appears to be back in the saddle.

Thyme

I learned ma’ lesson.

God

Good.

Thyme

I did everything you suggested, but it weren’t easy. He’s a proud man and sure was slow ta’ come around, but I stuck to ma’ guns an’ didn’t let up with the “I’m sorries” until he would smile at me an’ take my hand. Once we got t’a kissin’ … well, let’s jus’ say it was pretty easy after that.

God

So I observed …

Thyme

You was watchin?! Oh Lord …

God

Well, of course I was. You two are one of my special projects and so I wanted to pay special attention. But you handled the whole matter in a most exemplary manner.

Thyme

I donno what got inta’ me, God … playin’ them mind games with him was certainly not a particularly smart choice an’ I’m glad you advised me otherwise. Thank you.

God

You think everything’s OK now?

Thyme

I’m sure of it. We’s as close as two peas in a pod.

God

I wish that were true.

Thyme

It’s not?

God

Some things take time, Thyme.

Thyme

Ya’ mean he’s still got his doubts? He didn’t seem so doubtful when we were doin’ all that kissin’.

God

Well, the kissin’ part was very helpful, but it’s not the ultimate panacea. 

Thyme

An’ jus’ what is? I’ll do whatever it takes …

God

Oh it’s easy to get all carried away with all that physical stuff, but that’s just not cut out to be the thing that settles the heart. 

Thyme

Well, what is that “thing”, God?

God

Trust.

Thyme

Hmm. One word again, huh?

God

Yeah, one word, but a mighty big concept. Your little game was a game changer.  Trouble was, it redefined your relationship. You can’t right a wrong like that with a physical solution. You have to regain his trust … an’ that takes time.

Thyme

How much time?

God

Weeks, months, sometimes years …

Thyme

(Sigh) Well, what do I do in the meantime? 

God

It’s simple, really. Just be trust worthy. Give him no reason for doubt … ever. If you’re trustworthy, he’ll come around in time. 

Thyme

Oh God, I jus’ feel terrible ‘bout all this. Here we had such a perfect thing goin’ on, an’ I went an’ messed it all up.

God

Maybe it’s good that it happened. You learned a lesson and the both of you now know that this marriage thing is not something to be toyed with. It’s a pact … to live together in an atmosphere of trust. You’ll have children together that will learn this from both of you and grow up and be better humans. You have the choice to either better the race or do it damage. Which do you choose to do?

Thyme

Yeah. I accept your challenge. I believe in this man. I want him to believe in me. I will do whatever it takes.

God

Well, that’s the starting point. Now ya’ gotta stick to it. You’re either trust worthy or you’re not. There’s no in between. A lot of folks think that they can play the edges, but ya’ can’t.  Life just doesn’t work like that.

Thyme

I see that now. I think I was jus’ goin’ too fast. It’s a mistake I will always regret.

God

Don’t have to.

Thyme

Don’t have to what?

God

You don’t have to regret. It’s a waste of time. If you’re truly trustworthy, what’s to regret?

Thyme

Uh huh. Lessons in growin’ up.

God

Yup. Lessons in growin’ up.

(long beat)

Thyme

Do you trust me, God?

God

I do.

Thyme

Short an’ sweet, huh? Two little words. “I do.” An’ all is well.  Hmm. That’s what we get to say in the marriage ceremony, isn’t it? I do. Do you take this man … Do you take this woman … I do.  Well, I’ll be ready ta’ say that. That’s a promise.

God

An’ so will he, Thyme. Like you say, “He’s a good man.” He too is trustworthy. You’re a match made in heaven.

Thyme

Thank you, God. Thank you.  See ya’ tomorrow.

God

See ya’ tomorrow.