Shepherd boy…
Caretaker’s joy
As he moves amidst the flock;
Watchful eye,
Compassionate heart…
That of a humble king.

Concern for his charge,
Love directs all
From shepherd to king,
With a high and honored call.

Carpenter boy…
Builder’s joy
To finish each pressing task.
Keenest eye to the work…

Heart that recognized, in union with touch,
The finished feel of the crafted piece;
From carpenter to king,
With a high and honored call.

A.D.W. 2009