Gold

Think of yourself as Gold
Fashioned in a star
Blazing bright
Untarnished no matter 

Think of yourself as Enduring
Reliable as the star
Shining light
Unhurried no matter

Think of yourself as Wonder
Conceived in love
Born perfect
Unencumbered by strife

Think of yourself as Beautiful


©David Byrne Sept 2011
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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September 30, 2011 at 4:26 AM
precious! definitely precious! always loved your words David, all the best :D
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September 15, 2011 at 9:07 AM
Thank you for sharing your wonderful poetry with us today David. Let the words continue to flow from your pen. Love, Carol
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