Sunday, September 28, 2008

A Good Inheritance

In the course of a lifetime
We have plans and goals.
We have much activity
And various roles.

When all's said and done
What will be the sum?
Of all of our efforts
Will there be a crumb...

Of something worthwhile
Which may have brought change?
Or blessings and heritage
For others long-range?

May we see beyond
Our own tiny sphere,
And, having a vision,
Then persevere...

To create an "imprint"
With substance and worth
And in those around us
To vision give birth.

"A good man leaveth an inheritance to his children's children..."
Proverbs 13:22 KJV

© 2008 Arlene Schwartzkopf