To Touch The Heart

To Touch The Heart

To touch the heart of someone dear -

though it might sometimes cause a tear

to fall or rest upon the cheek -

'Tis something we all should seek.

For often hearts not touched at all,

start hardening and shrinking small.

And then the time it takes to grow

A loving heart again - is very slow.

For hearts expand as those who care -

extend their love and - let us sharea moment,

space or special phrase,that eases pain on dreary days.

Or simply starts our lips to smile,and brightens time for just a while.

The ways and kinds and means of sharing,

it seems to me - are based on caring.

And though we're often worlds apart,

You still can touch my tender heart.

You can make me smile or shed a tear,

And I'll remember you year after year.

YOU "touched" my heart and helped me grow.

Friend, I just thought I'd tell you so.