A WARM EMBRACE



I had some free time, so what did I do?
I checked the computer to see if I'd heard from you.

I used to walk out to a box to retrieve mail
But I'd rather get it instantly than wait on the snail

Checking my e-mail is always fun
I usually get a joke or greeting from someone.

I feel so blessed because on the other end
I know I've connected with a friend.

When I've had a hard day and need to share
Here I can find a friend who will listen and care.

And to you friend, I hope I've let you know
That I am always here for you also.

Isn't it a strange kind of bond we form?
It isn't exactly like the "norm".

But where is it written, face to face we have to be
For you to be a very good friend to me?

That little joke, or note, or even just a simple "Hi"
Could be like a ray of sunshine from the sky.

So my online-pal, this is dedicated to you
For all the smiles you have made anew.

May our friendship continue to grow
And the warmth we feel continue to flow.

Always remember this...

A smile is such an easy thing
To pass along the way,

Like a ray of summer sunshine
On a somewhat gloomy day.

To those you meet, 

Watch that person's face...
And feel the joy as it's returned;
It's called a "A Warm Embrace."

Have a wonderful day!

"At Sunset" art by: Jim Warren