You are loved —

When told to a child

and shown in everyday actions,

strengthens that child as intensely

as well-balanced food, safe shelter, and exercise.

 

You are loved –

When reported by a friend,

who watches the ordinary, helping gestures

and sees the eyes look across the room,

convinces one of the great fortune.

 

You are loved –

When we sense in nature’s gifts —

sunflowers, and sweet chirping are bird thank-you’s;

when little miracles get us home safely,

through the pretty, but slippery Winter storms.

 

I am loved!   You are loved, too.

 

By Nancy Ann Smith