Richard D. Preston

THERE IS A TIME…

There is a time for every season
As the old gives way to new
Would to God we could stay the hands of time
But knowing that’s impossible to do

Wishing peace on earth were eternal
Never broken up by earthly pride
someone said that if wishes were horses
Even the poorest beggar could ride

Praying that all be filled with daily bread
That eat drink and be merry was the rule of heart
all of God’s creatures had roofs above their heads
and all families had a warm fire in every hearth

This season of joy shall be hard to express
Considering the loss suffered across this land
Old langsyne will have new meaning to some
With those missing at their right hand

My desire for you, the ones we love
Is that you know before time slips away
That we wish you joy, love and peace
During these our blessed holidays

There is a time for every season
Our lives are richer for knowing you
You remain in our hearts and in our minds
The Boon’s Poetic Justice Crew.