Happenstance – something that happens by chance
Serendipity – making fortunate discoveries by accident
Some of the best things in life happen without our planning for them.

A chance encounter out of the blue
I don’t think I was looking, but spotted you
Lingering on my life’s periphery
As if planted there to catch my eye
I had to pause and wonder why
Since serendipity is so rare for me
Your smile drew me in at first glance
Genuine, friendly, loving and warm
Your eyes and lips in pleasing form
So thankful for the happy happenstance
Fate, destiny, kismet or a gracious God who
Even though I wasn’t looking, let me find you
©2011 – Andrea J. Shannon
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