THE CROSS STITCH

Although it is just a pattern, that lies beneath
It is what it stands for, that is so neat
You see with each thread and needle, comes a touch
I put my heart in it, which means so much
As time goes by, the picture becomes so clear
As I get closer to the end, it causes a tear
You see each picture has a meaning inside
When the stitching is done, the warmth is applied
A picture is worth a thousand words, or more
The picture is like life; it opens a door
So when I am done, you may understand me
For I, as YOU, are special in my own way; can't you see?

Joe Henn