Poem : Her Little Shadows

I saw a young mother With eyes full of laughter And two little shadows Came following after. Wherever she moved, They were always right there Holding onto her skirts, Hanging onto her chair. Before her, behind her- An adhesive pair. “Don’t you ever get weary As, day after day, Your two little tagalongs Get in … Read more

Poem : Heaven’s Special Child

A meeting was held quite far from Earth, “It’s time again for another birth,” Said the angels to the Lord above, “This child will need much love.” “Her progress may seem very slow, Accomplishments she may not show. And she’ll require extra care, From folks she meets way down there. She may not run or … Read more

Heartprints

Whatever our hands touch We leave fingerprints! On walls, on furniture On doorknobs, dishes, books. There’s no escape. As we touch we leave our identity. Wherever I go today Help me leave heartprints! Heartprints of compassion Of understanding and love. Heartprints of kindness And genuine concern. May my heart touch a lonely neighbor Or a … Read more