I wish you bright mornings and warm, sunny days,
Soft shade to cool you from sweltering rays, Raindrops,
a few, from some cloud floating by, Rainbows thereafter
to color your sky.
Rambling rivers and great
shining seas, Mountains and forests with towering
trees, Hillsides and valleys, all flower-festooned,
Nature that nurtures whomever's attuned.
A faithful
companion who'll stay by your side, Children to care
for, to love and to guide, Enough work to do with
enough time for play Then restful sleep at the close
of the day.
Friends when you need them and when
they need you, Something to spend, just as much as
will do A heart full of laughter; perhaps a few tears,
A faith you can follow through all of your years.
Then, fearlessly facing your last setting sun,
As you contemplate all the deeds you have done, Recalling
a life that's been more than worthwhile, Perhaps
you will pause and give thanks with a smile.