I Believe

I Believe
by
Barbara M. Hodges

I believe in rainbows
And russet sunsets
I believe in children’s laughter
And healing tears
I believe in fog-shrouded beaches
And sun-spotted fields
I believe in sloppy, basset kisses
And warm kitty breath
I believe in tomorrow
And happily ever after
I believe in red carnations
And lavender roses
I believe in a friend’s hug
And holding hands
I believe in a family’s love
And that nieces will outgrow fourteen
I Believe.