My Poems

Take time to greet the dawn,
Watch the light appear up high,
As an orange sun starts rising
In the Eastern sky.

Listen to the birds sing
Welcoming the morn,
Feel the magic in the air
As a brand new day is born.

Creatures are awakening
As clouds are lit with gold,
Another day to thank our God
For the beauty we behold.

In the world where we abide,
Life spent rushing here and there;
We lack time to stop and ponder
On the beauty everywhere.

So may today be special
As the morning comes in sight;
Living every single moment,
'Til day returns to night.

Copyright Marian Jones 2002

You cannot search for happiness,
It comes from deep within;
It's not the things you purchase
Or the battles that you win.

It's counting all your blessings,
Accepting what you've got.
Not wanting more and more,
Being happy with your lot.

When you wake to greet each day
With contentment in your heart,
This will bring you much more joy
Than owning priceless works of art.

For though the things you buy
Can bring you lots of pleasure,
Being happy deep inside
Is by far the greatest treasure.

Copyright Marian Jones 2002

Is your heart a little lighter today?
Can you see some sunshine ahead?
I prayed for your worries to end,
Asking for blessings instead.

I hope your soul is at peace now
Knowing that God hears our prayers,
For He never leaves us alone
When we're in the depth of despair.

He always sends someone to help
To share our worries and cares,
So I hope your heart is lighter today
Then I know He has answered my prayers.

Copyright Marian Jones 2003

In the still hours of the night
Angels descend from above;
They come to ease the suffering
Of those crying out for love.

They know where a heart is aching,
A body that's wracked with pain;
A soul reaching out to Heaven,
To be with a loved one again.

They tend to the sick and dying,
Give comfort to those who grieve,
Blessed with strong healing powers
They touch each soul as they leave.

Warm hearts filled with compassion
They shine with radiant light.
These are God's special angels,
Who visit us mortals at night.

So when you are tired and weary
Of the weight of the cross that you bear
In the darkness an angel will call
Bringing you comfort and care.

Copyright Marian Jones 2002

I wish that I could take away
The pain that's in your heart,
I'd gladly help you ease it;
Help you make a brand new start.

I wish that I could give you
A soul that's filled with peace,
To make each day more brighter
Until your worries cease.

I'd gladly take your load
If I could see you smile again;
I hate to see you troubled,
Now you're facing so much pain.

Tonight instead of wishing
I'll say a special prayer
For God to hold you in His hand,
And keep you in His care.

And when the morning comes,
I'll wish just one more time,
That your faith has been restored,
By this little prayer of mine.

Copyright Marian Jones 2002

Send out caring thoughts,
On gentle, healing wings:
To reach around the world,
For thoughts are living things.

Send thoughts to those in sorrow;
Those in sickness and despair;
Like the ripples in a pond,
Thoughts spread everywhere.

Send thoughts of love and healing,
To each far distant shore,
And pray for all the nations
To be at peace once more.

From loving thoughts you send
Many miracles are wrought,
So never underestimate
The power of your thought.

Copyright Marian Jones 8/04

Thank you God for little things
That bring much joy our way,
Like a sudden burst of sunshine
Cleansing a sky of grey

A kindness from a stranger,
Children's laughter as they play;
There are so many little things
That brighten up each day.

Things we take for granted,
Like someone's thoughtful deed:
A perfect flower unfolding
Amidst a patch of weeds.

So at the end of every day
When we turn to God and pray
Let's thank Him for the little things,
He loves to send our way.

Copyright Marian Jones 2002

Last night I had a dream
When an angel I did see,
She took my hand in hers
And whispered "follow me".

I flew with her to Heaven
On wings of purest white,
We danced amidst the stars
That sparkled in the night.

On the pathway to the moon,
I looked down upon the earth
And suddenly remembered,
The moment of my birth.

The angel looked at me,
Her lips curved in a smile,
Knowing I'd recalled,
She'd walked with me each mile.

She was my special angel;
God's creation just for me,
To guide me in my life,
And through eternity

I didn't want to leave her,
As we stood in heavenly bliss,
But she whispered her goodbye
And departed with a kiss.

Awaking in the morning,
Warm sunshine stroked my face
Had I just dreamt of my angel,
Or was it real - that heavenly place?

I felt such peace within me,
It seemed so very clear,
Then I swear I heard her whisper,
"You know I'm always here".

Copyright Marian Jones 2002

Walk through life with a caring heart,
You'll always find someone in need;
Go out of your way to help,
And you will be blessed by the deed.

For all life's blessings are born,
From a heart that's filled with love,
And all your good acts are seen
By the eyes of God above.

So as you travel through life
Always find some time to spare,
To give someone a helping hand,
With a heart that is full of care.

Copyright Marian Jones 2002

Never take life for granted
Whatever comes your way,
Just grasp it in both hands
And enjoy it every day.

Sometimes sorrow comes your way
Blocking out the light,
That's the time to pray and
To know you'll win the fight.

Life is but a journey
Through mountains, hills and vales
We cannot have the sunshine
If we have no rain and gales.

So enjoy each precious moment,
And always give your best
Remember keep faith in God
Then you'll be truly blessed.

2002 Marion Jones