I DONT NEED MUCH

“I DON’T NEED MUCH”

(Elizabeth D., age 62)

“I don't need much. The sun shining

for even a short time on a dark day

is fine for me. A glass of shining water

in my hand, a piece of toast

perfectly prepared, the sound of footsteps

in soft snow - all these are enough

to bring a feeling of fulfillment.

I eat my meals from a small plate

on a small table. One simple window

in the kitchen lets in a lovely light

which always seems to surround my table

and my small plate with optimism.”