There's nothing cheers a fellow up just like a hearty greeting, <br />A handclasp and an honest smile that flash the joy of meeting; <br />And when at friendly doors you ring, somehow it seems to free you <br />From all life's doubts to hear them say: 'Come in! We're glad to <br /> see you!' <br /> <br />At first the portal slips ajar in answer to your ringing, <br />And then your eyes meet friendly eyes, and wide the door goes flinging; <br />And something seems to stir the soul, however troubled be you, <br />If but the cheery host exclaims: 'Come in! We're glad to see you!'<br /><br />Edgar Albert Guest<br /><br />http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/an-old-fashioned-welcome/
