Filling the trees with treats
They made all by themselves
With things from pantry shelves
For hungry birds
Peanut butter and seeds
Sugar cones for ice cream
And working as a team
They made the bells
From the window they watch
Feathered friends eat each day
Chirping as if to say
Thank you so much
©2021 Annette Rochelle Aben
As leaves began to fall
The little boy named Jake
Always carried a rake
From lawn to lawn
He whistled while he worked
Never asked for a dime
Always had a great time
Just helping out
©2021 Annette Rochelle Aben
Doing her marketing
She saw the man next door
Knowing he was cash poor
She hatched a plan
She loaded up her cart
With his favorite foods
The things he just might use
For his suppers
As she was checking out
Paid for delivery
Bags of groceries three
Added a tip
©2021 Annette Rochelle Aben
It takes just a moment
To stand and hold that door
Grab a broom, sweep the floor
Do something nice
Someone’s life is better
Because you took the time
To set the mood sublime
Because you could
©2021 Annette Rochelle Aben
Friends gather every day
To knit and cook and sew
For in their hearts, they know
Someone needs help
So, they use their talents
Special gifts to create
So no one has to wait
Any longer
©2021 Annette Rochelle Aben
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