Rita A. Simmonds Poet Free verse

The Secret To Happiness Explained In Seven Lines

Cradle the moment
knowing it was placed in your arms
to be squeezed and cared for.
Cover it with kisses
even if it be bitter
for still it was given
out of love.

for “Cradling the Moment” Contest
July 5, 2016

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Jim Howe September 21, 2016 at 8:09 AM This is excellent advise.

John Lawless August 27, 2016 at 7:36 AM Rita, I like this...simply and subtle and to the point.

Daniel Turner July 5, 2016 at 2:52 PM This is really great and look forward to seeing it in the winner's circle, Rita.