Little Joys

in life we find ourselves
moving a little too fast
and we often fail to notice
the little joys that have gone past

the cool mornings that come
and the new days they bring
the world awaking from slumber
the songs that little birds sing

the flowers of the field
all gently swaying in the breeze
the kings of the world in their glory
were not clothed like any of these

the gentle warmth of sunlight
the soothing rustle of trees
the aroma of baked bread
the little plate of carrots and peas

the little smile on a friend's face
just to show that they care
from the mild laughter at a bad joke
to those special moments friends share

those little things taken for granted
never noticed although so near
take a moment to appreciate them
before they disappear.