Into our lives come many things to break the dull routine,

The things we had not planned on that happen unforeseen,

The unexpected little joys that are scattered on our way,

Success we did not count on or a rare, fulfilling day -

A catchy, lilting melody that makes us want to dance,

A nameless exaltation of enchantment and romance -

An unsought word of kindness, a compliment or two

That sets the eyes to gleaming like crystal drops of dew -

The unplanned sudden meeting that comes with sweet surprise

And lights the heart with happiness like a Rainbow in the skies...

Poetry by Helen Steiner Rice.