In this time of joy, hope, and renewal, it is my pleasure to share with you
a symphony of words — a lovely poem by Sara Teasdale:
BARTER
Life has loveliness to sell,
All beautiful and splendid things,
Blue waves whitened on a cliff,
Soaring fire that sways and sings
And children’s faces looking up
Holding wonder like a cup.
Life has loveliness to sell,
Music like a curve of gold,
Scent of pine trees in the rain,
Eyes that love you, arms that hold,
And for your spirit’s still delight,
Holy thoughts that star the night.
Spend all you have for loveliness,
Buy it and never count the cost;
For one white singing hour of peace
Count many a year of strife well lost,
And for a breath of ecstasy
Give all you have been, or could be.
Have a joyous, peaceful weekend. Thank you for being with me. Write on.
I will share this with others today, Karin! Beautiful!
Hi Chris,
Thanks so much — so glad you enjoyed it! I memorized this poem many moons ago and love to say it to myself every once in a while.
Write on, Karin