For Susan

Lady, whose heart warms As does the sun, You mirror the best of us Back upon ourselves. Lady of cats and crowded shelves Your home is sweet haven When the day is run; Reviving the souls of wearied ones. A heat in your smile A mind that delves Within emotion's turbulent swells Gifts given and witheld from none. Dreams and desires grow like flowers From the care you show for all. A brightness fills the passing hours Spent within your welcoming walls. The spirit soars 'round its highest towers When the fortunate guest upon you calls.