Every man has a jewel

a pearl oh so rare

tis time we look into their heart

and find it lying there

to judge is not our place

condemn we need not do

whatever we find dismayed

will yield a need, so true

we owe no one anything

but in love we serve them

til that which is perfect comes

to take away the dim

so look beyond the clouds

embrace each with your heart

for now we see through masks

and only know in part

although we must have faith

hope makes us not ashamed

the greatest is love no doubt

which never carries blame.

©Glendal  Wallace  2025