Gratitude

I rush through life

Full of stress and strife

Ignoring the important things:

The innocence of children as they sing,

Hugs that share joy,

Nature (God’s best toy),

Respect from my peers

And memories that bring tears.

How could I be so blind

That I need for you to remind

Me of life’s simple pleasures?

God gifts us with treasures:

The smell of bread baking,

Leaves that need raking,

Families that delight,

Sunsets so bright.

Gratitude was ignored

To God, I implored:

“Please take care of me”.

My sin I did not see.

I failed to think of others

I ignored my Christians brothers.

I forgot to express thanks,

And my optimism sank.

God, Thank you from my heart

For life’s most important part:

The gift of your loving grace

As throughout life I race.

By Cheryl U

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