Things that bring me joy

A kindly word,

A cheerful smile,

My morning stroll –

About a mile.

 

The dog’s soft fur,

His jaunty gait,

The ‘stop and drop’

That makes me wait.

 

A turn of phrase

That makes me grin,

Connecting hearts

Bring warmth within.

 

A welcome call

From someone dear

Can always bring

Its special cheer.

 

A tasking task

At last complete,

Satisfying,

Full, replete.

 

Mutual help

Between good friends –

Relationships

That seek no end.

 

The simple joys

Of nature’s goods,

The blackberries

Now in the woods.

 

This little ditty

Now I’ll cease.

Come rest, my soul,

Be still, at peace.

 

01/08/17