Some Small Delight

Give me this day some small delight,

Some simple joy to cheer my soul,

A singing bird upon the bough,

A drifting cloud in sky's blue bowl;

The pealing laughter of my child,

The glint of sunlight on his hair.

The feel of his warm hand in mine

Of these dear things make me aware;

A blossom in the garden spot,

The music of the trees,

The fragrance of the dew-washed earth,

What could enchant me more than these?

Grant me perception that I may

Live deeply through this chartless day,

And when I go to sleep tonight

Be thankful for each small delight.

by Willy Walton