Treasures

To a little boy a treasure is a frog that can jump 5 feet
A rope with a knot that is tied not so neat.
One that swings and drops him into a lake of water filled with sand
This is just a few things that help a boy become a man.

A robin that falls from the nest still alive and chirping
Watch the girls say "yuck" as he does his burping.
A dirty face from sweat and play
A rough and rowdy but busy day.

Bubblegum that blows the biggest bubble he has ever seen
Yes, this is just a few things that makes a little boy dream.
A dead bug to throw at a girl
Watch her scream just makes his world.

Clouds are not just clouds but puppy dogs floating in the wind
Then an airplane he will see and a fish with fins.
A pile of leaves that lay upon the ground
Is a fort to play in and  he can't be found.

A flashlight beneath the covers to read a book at night
Watching shadows on the wall take their flight.
Children, what a wonderful gift they are
The best thing God has created so far.

©  Harriett Dash 2001