The towering skyscraper was about to fall
One blast and it would be reduced to ash
A billion dollars ago it was built strong and tall
A solid investment of a wealthy one's cash.

Corporations conducted profit-making deals
Mergers were signed. Jobs were gained and lost
Ignoring people, places, and moral ideals.
Now into history it will be permanently tossed.

A shack still stands weakened by time
Held together by love and joyful laughter
Once strong and sturdy in its prime
Will remain in hearts now and ever after.

It has seen births and deaths
Triumphs and tragedies in its day
Human hearts filled with the Spirit's breaths
Who were moved to live, love, laugh and pray.

Two buildings in contrast
One built on profit and greed
The other on love and creed
Only one did forever last.

What life will you build?
One of lust and greed?
One of love and supplying others need?
Will your life be contented or unfulfilled?