Take My Hand

Please take my hand

and walk with me.

Let’s speak of gentle things.

Let’s talk of birds and butterflies…

…a meadow lark that sings.

Let’s speak of kindness in the land —

of things we hope to see.

Let’s walk together.  Hand in hand.

I’m glad you’re here with me.

Income Taxes  2024

I’ve  just returned my taxes.

Well, I didn’t really do it.

I had to have a proxy fill the

tax forms from Intuit.

But we used a nifty product

that is now called Turbo Tax.

I’m sky high on that product

and I praise it to the max.

“Go get this form.”  “No, don’t use that.”

“Now double check just where you’re at.”

They guide you through the process,

though it really isn’t fun.

Tonight I’m here to celebrate

because the Damned Thing’s Done!

Girl Scout Cookies

It’s Girl Scout cookie time again!

I love those shining faces.

I love those cheery, friendly smiles,

sometimes with awkward braces.

I love to choose some cookies,

pass some cash, and take some change.

Whatever the transaction,

it will be a fair exchange.

I love to know that kids still work

and play and plan in groups.

My day just got much happier

because of Girl Scout troops.

I leave the cookie table

knowing I have done my part,

to help these kids who reach right out

and tangle up my heart.