Everything Beautiful

Photo by Dave Hoefler

A choir, a solo.
Spring trees in flower!
These beautiful things,
Enthrall by the hour.

The orchestra.
A delightful play.
I love a musical,
Every day!

Creative ideas.
Spontaneous fun.
Insightful poems.
Tall stories spun.

A loving friendship
That overflows,
Into priceless memories
And hearts aglow.

Healing words.
Joyous brass bands.
Kisses from family.
Help-filled hands.

Exquisite sunsets.
Walks in the woods.
I would hoard them for
Rainy days, if I could.

Gorgeous mountains of
Red, orange, gold.
Or, painted ones,
Once autumn unfolds.

Fine architecture, or
Landscape design.
Stained-glass windows.
Any artwork, sublime.

Movies that bring about
Laughter or tears—
Motivation to change
What is left of our years.

Singing birds,
And sparkling lakes.
Summer breezes,
Inspiration makes.

Bursting with color—
Wildflowers in June.
Fine instruments played,
Perfectly in tune.

All things artistic—
Executed with skill.
Well-composed photos
That calm or thrill.

I know there are wonders
this writing has missed.
Too many to mention—
Not found on my list.

I am filled with awe
At amazing things—
Which the giver of all
Perfect gifts freely brings. ¹

Yes, I will delight in
Each wonderful thing—
For, everything beautiful
Makes my soul sing!