Love is all around
If you take the time to look
It doesn't require a sound
You can't find it in a book
Sometimes it's captured in a Mother's smile
Or apparent in a Sweetheart's eyes
It's void of mischief and guile
Never clouded by repeated lies
It's honest fair and true
Don't be afraid to grasp it while you may
For it places no demands on you
But may not be there another day

© Carol G (Cali) Oliver