It is easy to be thankful
for those whose love for us rolls easily
from their tongues, envelops us seamlessly
and shoulders us heavenly.
More difficult it is to be thankful
for those whose love growls coarsely,
binds us tightly
and holds us back fearfully.
Not all love is open, assured and courageous.
But, all love is true,
bears a message meant to be heard,
and shares a strength we may need
to make our own
that we may become someone
others may be thankful to know
and love.
annarino writes 