as i sit in the dusk's fading light

I see the wonder of nature that surrounds me

a gentle wind wafting through the leaves

of all my beautiful trees

I hear the birds singing

the squirrels playing

the chirping of the crickets

as if they are entertaining me

I look up at the beauty of the sky

the clouds hiding the sparkle of the stars

that I so long to see

through the eyes of tranquility

it soothes my soul

to be able to enjoy

the things we take for granted

the gifts that God gave to us

and so freely for all to see

My Angels

When I look into their cherubic faces,

I see a sadness that lies deep within.

A sadness of selfish parents.

Too concerned with themselves to see.

The lack of loving attention,

In those precious little boy's lives.

I embrace them with all the love I have.

Yet, I know it is not enough.

My heart swells with happiness,

When they show me love in their beautiful faces.

They strive so hard to achieve the attention they lack.

Then told to shut up and be struck by a mother's hand.

My heart breaks into pieces.

Hearing their plaintive cries.

My words fall on deafened ears.

Too selfish to know why.

I pray to God every day,

To bring "my boys" happiness.

It will not come from their parents

So it must come from myself and God.

It may be selfish for me

to think I feel an accomplishment.

That I'm bringing the love and respect

That all God's children deserve.

©Catherine Angelfield 2010

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