Running Wild

"Essential" magic for  

children I know,

is witnessing beauty each day.

As December ebbs past us, 

may

we rely on memories?

A ruby poinsettia for mother

and baking fruitcakes with dad,

unboxing tissue wrapped 

ornaments

oh, sweet times to be had.

Classes at school were over, 

till January winds did blow

but our old toboggan stood 

ready

to tackle the ice and snow.

Honor an essence of goodness

to benefit every child

by sharing pathways to joy,

moments

of sweet love running wild. 

                                                         ~Rose West