Everyone counts,
all have their clout--
few flutter on wings--
there are many things.
When I first breathed,
Mom’s fingers squeezed,
held in Dad’s arms
safe from alarms.
When I can’t sleep
instead of sheep,
I count my blessings.
Swiftly I grew--
most children do.
Casually learning
I soon was earning.
Clothed and well fed . . .
a roof o’erhead.
When I can’t sleep
instead of sheep,
I count my blessings.
Married . . . I do . . .
have children (two).
Love spreads unceasing
in my life it’s spring.
Too soon fall fell . . .
found myself -- well --
counting my blessings.
Sandra, We need to count our blessings more than we most do for sure. Dont' realize how good we have it until it's too late most of the time. Good write. Lisa
Note: Since my husband's cancer surgery 4/25/05, this book content has been integrated into the public speaking content for audiences interested in a sassy approach to personal and/or community awareness events. Another chapbook on intimate love poet
Love Tinka