Improvement by Kevin Ahern

(inspired by a quote from Pope Francis)


Rivers do not

Their own water drink

The sun can’t shine

On itself, we think


Trees do not eat

The fruit that they make

And a flower’s beauty

Is not for its sake


We shine through our actions

The things that we do

Making things better

Is built into you


Kevin Ahern is a Professor Emeritus from Oregon State University who is enjoying the spare time he has gained in retirement to write verses, limericks, and other creative items.

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