Built in solid confidence
As a rampart
Made from everlasting spirit
And a strong heart
With a sway into precious bower
Laughter spills golden
A deeper rhythm transcends
Calling to those lovingly beholden
A party in play or play in party
Is the friendly court
Led by none in charge but who happily meet
An affable and merry sort
Growing swells of tenderness
To the music are spins in the dance
Gentle steps and faster jumps
For many a delightful chance
Carried on the silky breeze
The people in their song
A garden of heavenly gathering
Their presence as the day is long
Is they who walk in and out
In each and every season
Gratefulness is expressed
As there is no other reason
My friends! My friends!
Stay as and when you will
             for all are welcome here.

Melanie Davis May 19th, 2016

Put Out Your Best

Feed the poor
Open the door
It is a knocking I hear
Turn the handle my dear
The share you share is a gift
Break bread and give it a lift
Realize that fear in you
Is what's tearing you in two
Open the door
For the one knocking is your sister and broth'or
Give it gladly a mighty tug
Lay out the red rug
Prepare a feast
With what all you have and not the least
Because the reward is all being fed
And a good night's rest in bed

Melanie Davis 3/10/2014