Collecting ingredients I believe I shall need

For my Cake of Contentment

I’ll sort grain from the weed

Knowing that friendships are top of my list

Checking for things that I’ll probably miss

Next searching those items I’ve got on my list

A handful of sugar is not to be missed

In the form of compassion, caring and warmth

This sweet is essential here on our Earth.

Next add the eggs then after that butter

Whisk them all well

(I just heard you utter!)

Followed by flour – the staple of life

Secure in the knowledge of home, not strife.

A sprinkling of warmth, laughter and hugs

Memories flood back while sipping from mugs

Then ladling the mixture as careful can be

Place in a warm oven and bake for you and me!

Later I open the oven inspect the result

The aroma wafts upwards, catching my breath

As I remember the things gone into my bake

Warmth, friendship and laughter all went to make

My Cake of Contentment now finished with pride

Family and friends then come round and share

In the fruits of my labour of love, peace and care.