Since becoming a small business owner and finding space for all the things that come with that business, I have been cleaning out and straightening out. I have even been going in the attic for about and hour a day (till the heat sets in) and going through boxes getting rid of things I thought I couldn't live without.

While cleaning out my memory box I came across a poem that was written for me when I was born. Isn't that sweet? So, since today is my birthday and I can do what I want...hehehe, I am going to share the poem written by my Mom's dear friend.

FOR MOLLY ELIZABETH REEVES

The moment I awakened

I knew this was THE DAY -

It had to be

When I'd find

A gift of beauty

For little Molly E.

So, I hurried so quickly,

Did each little duty,

Before donning my hat and driving the car

To the city

for something petty

for sweet Molly R.

At first, I went blithely -

Confident I'd see

Somewhere in the city

something pretty

for lovely Molly E.

I'd select - then - reject

"Thats not quite right," I'd cheerfully say

"In this city, there must be something

especially pretty. I know I'll find it today."

But the hours grew shorter. It was time to go.

And suddenly I knew!

Why I couldn't see

Anywhere in the city

Something very special for Little Molly E.

I couldn't give - no one can

The gifts that matter that are in God's Plan.

So this payer I send - a fervent pea

That God bess and endow thee with

A pleasant voice,

A happy smile

Loving-kindness

And

temper mild

Health

And

Wealth in thins that matter

Such as love and friends;

Then

Just a "smatter"

of tears and pain

So you'll be filled with joy

When life is pleasant again;

Love for God and all his creatures

Love of truth, understanding and sympathy.

These ten are the gifts I would choose

And pray that each one will be yours.

****that is a wonderful gift for me. What a sweet thoughtful thing to

do. I am sure my mother cherished it.