Poems (Coolidge)/Lost and Found

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4474192Poems — Lost and FoundHelen Elizabeth Coolidge
LOST AND FOUND
LOST

Some precious little moments
That once were given me;
If only I could find them
I would not idle be.

A jewel called "Patience,"
Its setting was most bright;
A gem much prized by others
To whom it gave delight.

The chance to do a kindness,
A loving word to say;
A few these of the losses
That I have met to-day.

FOUND

How best to use the minutes
That Father Time doth give;
In every well-spent hour
To count it joy to live.

A jewel that grows brighter
When kept in constant wear,
Not insecure the setting
If riveted with prayer.

A golden chance they treasure
Who Love's sweet law obey;
A few these of the blessings
That I have found to-day.