Expressions Of Gratitude

For the rise and set of the sun each day
I am thankful

For the bounty and beauty of mother earth
I am thankful

For the home where the heart of my family resides
I am thankful

For the enduring devotion of steadfast friendships
I am thankful

For the pleasure of unrestricted laughter and silly moments
I am thankful

For the numerous shoulders that share the weight of my sorrows
I am thankful

For the pages of memories in my book of time
I am thankful

For all I have and all I am able to give
I am thankful

For a quiet moment at the break of day
to renew my spirit, to pause and say

I am grateful for the abundance
of blessings in my life

I am so thankful

© 1999 Terri McPherson
Windsor, Ontario, Canada