GREATER GIFTS

Heartfelt Gratitude…

For this good earth;
your presence on
the woods, the fields,
the dusk, the dawn,
the blooms, the leaves,
the bird, the fawn.

For bonus years
and precious days,
I am so glad
that I could stay–
more time to laugh
and sing and play.

~~~~~

Inner Contentment…

For inner peace
and quiet soul;
in all the ways
you make me whole.
You help, inspire,
uplift, console.

For joy found
in simplicity.
In you I have
serenity;
in having less,
I’m truly free.

~~~~~

Peaceful Serenity…

For holding me
within your care;
all pain and grief
you help me bear,
and deepest joy
we sweetly share.

For knowing you
are trustworthy.
Your ways may be
a mystery–
but you are for
eternity.

~~~~~

Abiding Love…

For presence that
remains, abounds.
In every place
you may be found
in sight and scent
and taste and sound.

For presence that
surrounds, enfolds
through family, friends,
the ones who hold
your deepest love,
your spirit bold.

~~~~~

These greater gifts
have come from you,
enriching life.
May all I do
reflect your love
with grateful hue.

(Photo by Karen)