My youngest and I were talking
About the true meaning of love
And just what a great gift it is
Granted us by our Lord above

True love is about sacrifice
And simply showing that you care
Material things mean nothing
If true love's not already there

Just caring and understanding
Doing something because you can
A simple call to keep in touch
Or gently holding someone's hand

Some people try to buy true love
A concept that some do accept
What happens when the money's gone
Then one really has nothing left

Yes, I'll take love over money
Love's better than silver or gold
Money can't keep you company
Can't give a warm hug when you're cold

I've seen money do awful things
Like tearing apart a family
The love of money can corrupt
I know, for it happened to me

No, money cannot buy true love
God given love cannot be bought
Tho it may gain you attention
It's not the real comfort you've sought

I'd like my Grand-kids to love me
Not because I can buy them things
I pray that they love me for me
For contentment that true love brings

Thank You, Lord for showing us how
How to express Heaven sent love
For that's what love is all about
God's greatest gift sent from above

Copyright - September 14, 2008