Her husband was gone,
Her kids had postponed the
Party for a week, and the widow was
Alone, but not entirely.
Because of health issues, pain was
Her constant companion.
Things only got worse.
A skillet on the stove overheated and
Caused the smoke alarm to sound, not
Just in the kitchen, but since it was
Connected to her security system the
Entire neighborhood was alerted.
A good Samaritan, still in her pajamas,
Rushed over to help.
But the fire truck was already on its way.
And when the two firefighters, axes in
Hand, walked into the kitchen, the
Woman was humiliated.
What else could go wrong?
She was almost afraid to answer the
Door when the bell rang.
But standing in the entryway was a
Kind neighbor with a loaf of banana
Bread, four dainty cupcakes and
Warm birthday greetings.
And on the porch was a bouqet of daisies,
The gal's favorites, because her Grandma was
Named Daisy, a surprise from her son who
Lives out of town.
"I couldn't believe it." my friend told me.
"I felt God's arms around me telling me I
Hadn't been forgotten, that I'm loved and
Cared about. And I must admit. I'm glad to
Know that my security system works."