Always at the ready With a helping hand to guide, He set himself a standard As each step he took with pride. Others he watched over Loved his endearing smile, His kind words spreading happiness When he lingered for a while. Each day he did his best Whichever way he turned So gentle, kind, and caring, But for love that dear man yearned. Many had no idea He spent his evenings all alone, His only human contact At the end of a cold, uncaring phone. Then she was there, So distressed and shy, Sat alone in the park He felt helpless, as he watched her cry. In an instant they connected Her sad story soon was told, Now they are together As many happy years unfold. Their love grows stronger With every pa**ing day, Her broken heart was soon repaired He sent loneliness on its way.