One by one they are gently laid,
the precious enduring stones of life.
Memories made,joyous moments shared,
sweet love's embraced, each gently engraved.
Scars endured,pain and heartaches suffered,
enemies made along the way,
each colorful stone carefully carved.
Goodness and selfless deeds,gentle words
of care and comfort spoken,and encouragement
given are laid in their own special place.
Hard times of hunger and strife,anger and resentment,
joyous births and the sadness of loss and deaths,
adventures and misfortunes, each lovingly placed
are these precious colorful stones of life.
Donavon Scott Vinson