I’m Rich

I’m rich, not because of the car I drive

it is because of the endurance I have when I walk

I’m rich, not because of the expensive watch I wear

it is because of the time I have for myself

I’m rich, not because of the ornaments I wear,

it is because of the smile I wear on my face

I’m rich, not because of the spacious house I have,

it is because of the open heart with which I welcome my guest

I’m rich, not because of the books I possess,

it is because of the knowledge I share from the books I possess

I’m rich, not because of the bank balance,

it is because of my work life balance

I’m rich, not because of the widespread menu I eat,

it is because of the digestion I have

I’m rich, not because of the luxury cot in which I sleep,

it is because of the sleep I get as soon as I close my eyes

I’m rich, not because of the wealth I own,

it is because of the good health I possess

I’m rich not because of what I have, it is because of what I share

M.L. Narendra Kumar