this gift

Copyright © December 1, 2003 by Richard J. Sereday Jr.
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What gift is this I have been given,
that makes people love me so much, 

in a love unconditional
with nothing in return,
expected or demanded?

What is it that I do?

It is no thing
that could be
bought,
or taught,
or learned,

or given as a gift,
but by God alone,

so, how am I this lucky one,
to receive such wondrous gift.

It is not for me to question,
but to take this gift I have,
and spread this goodwill,
to each and everyone,
of my fellow human man,
woman and child.