Tim Smith Poet Free verse

How Blessed Am I

Sitting here in this big old lazy chair

a little smile starts to appear upon my face

Some Phil Collins music rings in the air

as the girls cuddle under warm blankets

 watching the movie Tarzan.

I sit here and muse

how did I get so lucky?

why did God shine upon me?

I have such beautiful and healthy children

I have a place to lie my head

There is plenty of food to be put upon the table

There's no other place I'd rather be instead

My heart starts beating stronger

There is warmth and love in the air

I get up and sit between them

I am so blessed to be here

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Michael Wegman February 25, 2015 at 7:22 AM AMAZING words and sentiments. I am thankful for people who feel what I also feel. blessings for the little things, rained down from above! Great job, and thanks for sharing!

William Gray February 24, 2015 at 3:18 PM Great Piece! - A counting of blessings, from the heart. Thanks Tim!.

Carmine Rossi February 24, 2015 at 11:27 AM Nice. Much truth. Something we need to all do more of.

David Meade February 22, 2015 at 6:06 PM We are blessed, thank-you for sharing with us . . . only when we take time to give thanks do we realize the many blessings we do have . . . much love and light dear Tim. 7

Jan Allison February 22, 2015 at 2:16 PM I feel exactly the same Tim even though my son is far away from me he is the best thing ever to have happened in my life - love phil collins but the lyrics are usually sad:-) hugs Jan xx

Nette Onclaud February 22, 2015 at 11:08 AM this reminds me over and over again that being grateful makes life fulfilling, tim... what a splendid piece!.. huggs

Ralph Sergi February 22, 2015 at 10:00 AM Hi Tim I get the feeling that you were musing during your poem. I have 3 daughters And I recall those days of security,good fortune and lovely children. A very heartfelt Poem!

Anne-Lise Andresen February 22, 2015 at 7:31 AM - Yes, you are ..... - a beautiful poem my friend, Tim - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Hija De La Luna February 21, 2015 at 7:15 PM Such a bliss to have read this, Tim! straightforward and sincere a write! A man who revels in the moment and grateful for everything...now that is a good man! great you! Tim Smith February 21, 2015 at 9:26 PM Thank you very much Hija....hugs Tim

Njeri Hunjeri February 21, 2015 at 4:58 PM Nice one Tim! And am sure you make an awesome dad. #7 Tim Smith February 21, 2015 at 5:02 PM Thank you njeri....most days my kids would agree...lol

Charmaine Chircop February 21, 2015 at 4:46 PM Children are the most beautiful happening in a lifetime.I wont swap my girl for the world.Re food ,a roof on our heads and peace..Those are blessings indeed.A wonderful poem of gratitude Tim!!A fav! Tim Smith February 21, 2015 at 4:55 PM Thanks for the fav Charmaine...I am very blessed to have my children...I don't know what I would do without them. I'm sure you feel the same for your daughter...hugs Tim

Ilene Bauer February 21, 2015 at 4:43 PM you've captured this feeling very beautifully in your poem, tim! enjoy the rest of your day... Tim Smith February 21, 2015 at 4:51 PM Thanks Ilene...you have a great night as well...hugs Tim