to ignore it
to abuse it
to mistreat it
to misuse it
to mishandle it at every turn
no way am I deserving
yet over and over
you lay it at my feet
to protect each step
on life’s harsh road
time after time
you wrap it round me
as shelter
from sorrow’s storm
again and again
it nurtures and sustains me
on my journey through
the wastelands of the lonely
this light
this precious treasure
no way do I deserve
but forever will I cherish
your soul gift
of selfless love
would I could give you
such a gift in return
it would be my purest
my most unselfish gift
a gift golden as the sun
tied in a tinsel of stars
to nurture you always
to keep you radiant
my most precious gift
of a love supreme
rob kistner © 2019
DAY 7