I Would Gather Children

Some would gather money along the path of life.

Some would gather roses, and rest from worldly strife.

But I would gather children from among the thorns of sin.

I would seek a golden curl, and a freckled, toothless grin.

For money cannot enter in that land of endless day,

And roses that are gathered soon will wilt along the way.

But, oh, the laughing children as I cross the sunset sea,

And the gates swing wide to heaven,

I can take them in with me!

~Author Unknown

I have had this poem on our wall for many years, I love how

it gives perspective to life, especially as a mom.  It's so easy to get

caught up in this earthly life and forget about eternity

and what's really important-

people!