A Childs Smile

Memories of my childhood I know will last forever Long ago childhood memories Through my mind often pass I remember snow covered mornings With the wind howling through the streets I remember wearing winter clothes So my friends I could go meet I remember the bone chilling cold Like it was only yesterday I remember always saying I have to leave this place one day I remember learning as I grew older What the true spirit of Christmas meant It wasn't measured in gifts received Or how much money was spent I learned it was better to give then receive I learned, that not all people could give But if you opened your heart and home That was the way God wanted you to live Lend a helping hand to those in need Especially the needs of a child Nothing beats the look you'll receive From a child with a big bright smile 11-19-2009/RjH