POOR KINGS TREASURE

There have been stories, old and new, about treasures fit for kings, about the fire red ruby, or diamond and emerald rings, crowns of gold or silver, goblets of very fine wine, but, not one of these treasures, can compare to the treasures of mine. I may not have gold or silver, wear velvet, or sit on a throne, but, my measure of wealth is greater, the most precious a person has known. My jewels are the sunshine and flowers, the fragrance after a rain, the countryside in springtime, when things are all new again. They're fluffy white clouds that sail, against the bluest skies, the sounds that are all around me, or wonders that fill my eyes. The laughter of children, the smiles they freely share, little things that are done to let each know we care. My treasures are far more joyous, simple gifts sent from above, but the greatest gift God gave me is the gift of knowing....love. Copyright ©1998 Susan Stevens

TODAY

Today the sun was brighter as it fell across my bed. The golden rays were warmer as they danced upon my head. The birds outside my window all sang a happy song, a butterfly stopped for a while then fluttered on along. I stopped to touch a flower, with petals soft and sweet, I noticed every blade of grass as it tickled at my feet. Today the world seemed different, alive and bright and new. Know what made the difference? Today my world has you!! Copyright ©1998 Susan Stevens

REACHING

Hearts...reaching out across the miles Two hearts that need a place to stay Friendship flowing in, filling every corner Fear and doubt...forever chased away Me....reaching out to someone special That someone special being you Feeling a warmth surround me because....I know you're reaching, too! Copyright ©1998 Susan Stevens

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