Too Busy Counting

Magpie Tales #32 with Willow

I never smelled the glory in the flowers,

for I was too busy counting the weeds.

I never heard the words of sincerity,

for I was too busy counting the schemes.

I never took in the breathtaking sunset,

for I was too busy counting the days.

I never noticed the detail in the quilt,

for I was too busy counting the frays.

I never saw the majesty in the night,

for I was too busy counting the stars.

I never accepted the beauty in myself,

for I was too busy counting the scars.

I never enjoyed holding the wonderful gift,

for I was too busy counting the cost.

I never appreciated all my many blessings,

for I was too busy counting all that was lost.