Yellow petals, golden hue,

Glistening still with early dew,

Reflecting light of brilliant sun,

Proclaiming morning has begun,

Night’s dark despair has passed abeam;

Hope and light now reign supreme,

In the dawning of God’s new day,

Let peace and love be the only way

In which you pass your mortal hours;

Content amongst the golden flowers.

Be materialistic if you will,

Of heavenly treasures take your fill,

Bank happiness, truth and love;

Swell your account with God above,

Save all you can of joy and peace

And you will find happy release

From poverty of spirit and mind,

Enjoy your wealth and you will find

That richer, still, you have become,

If your love of God is the total sum.

Jan 2004