My Gratitude

Thankful to God

I am looking at everything that I bear,
And truly grateful for blessings I share;
I'm thinking of just not material wealth,
But also things God gave as good health;
I'm thankful for a rational and sane mind,
Filled with wisdom and helping mankind;
I'm happy that I am able to see and hear,
As to have compassion for to shed a tear;
What joy it is to have my fingers and toes,
The beauty of nature that God bestows;
Having a nose that has a sense of smell,
Detecting odors when danger could dwell;
I'm thankful for the capability as to speak,
So I can compliment my wife looking chic;
I thank the Lord giving me understanding,
To be patient with one who's demanding;
I appreciate knowing that God cares for me,
To sacrifice His only Son to hang on a tree;
I am even grateful in being able to drive,
But most of all I thank God that I'm alive!

Richard Newton Sherrer

Copyright ©2003 Richard Newton Sherrer

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