I'm retired to watch from above,
Set on this lofty board,
My glory is displayed,
Those beneath me bend knee,
My beauty is deeper than paint,
My elegance more than my form,
Value as deep as sentiment,
I have such a simple vocation,
But fulfilled with quiet grace,
I usher in the sunrise,
As the day yawns and quickens,
I help close the somber nights,
Resting nearby on the diner's counter,
Accompany those at the cafe,
With the aroma of beans and bread,
I stand beside and read along,
With the light from a crackling hearth,
A loyal and reliable companion,
When you need a boost,
Come spend some time with me,
Relax and pour yourself a cup.
