Take these gifts I offer

for seldom do I give of me,

Weaker as I am, there is little

left of me worth giving.

Each time friendship is boxed,

the recipient must first request

the choice of content.

But take these as they are,

for they are my chosen gifts,

love in one, care in another

and understanding as the most

precious of all, for without it,

life will not caress you.

(c) ZYDHA HART 2004