I want to know, when day is done,

That life has been worth living;

That I have brought somebody joy

Through kind, unselfish giving.

I want to feel, when evening falls

And shadows quickly lengthen,

That I have made somebody glad,

Some weakness I have strengthened.

I want to know, that come what may

I’ve left some cheer and gladness;

I want to feel, at close of day

I’ve banished someone’s sadness.

I want to feel at day’s end,

That someone’s cares were lighter;

Because of kindness I have done,

May someone’s life be brighter.

 

Source : https://www.inspirationline.com/EZINE/7MAY2012.htm