Classic Poem

'Twas only a cheerful, radiant smile
He flashed as he hurried along;
But his work less arduous seemed that day
For a heart had been filled with song.

'Twas only a helpful, kindly word
He paused to speak to the sad;
Yet his steps were light, his hopes were high,
For a life had been helped — made glad.

'Twas only a song he whistled or sang
As he toiled at his morning's task;
To the stranger it gave new courage and hope,
Had he known — what more could he ask?

'Twas only a silent, earnest prayer
That he breathed to his Lord that hour;
Yet the fainting worker, tired and worn,
Had received new strength and power.

'Twas only a friendly thought of one
Revealed by a word or prayer;
Yet a heart was made more strong and true,
Does it pay, do you think, just to care?