Life simmers on a back burner

Like a rich slow cooking stew

This was my own secret recipe

Now I’m going to share it with you

I start with lots of old memories

Toss in some diced heartaches of past

A cup of the broth of forgiveness

Old transgressions shouldn’t last

A pinch of “What could have been.”

Don’t forget a wee dash of regret

Perhaps just the hint of a smile

Ah…now add some…“I won’t forget.”

Two full cups of children’s laughter

Perhaps a puppy dog’s ticklish lick

(taste) Needs a tbsp of a sweetheart’s kisses

Yes…hers are best ones I can pick

Blend in a guitar and a country song

Add the feel of the open road ahead

Hm…think this stew is almost ready

I think its time we all get fed…

Lets all dig in I while it’s still hot

First let's offer grace to the Lord up above

This life stew is worth living for

For it's served to all with love…