THANKFUL MAY 1991 #69

I am thankful , for the morning sun
That shines upon my face.
Thankful , for the growing knowledge,
Given by GOD'S grace!

I am thankful , for the gentle rain,
That is felt upon my back.
Thankful , for the understanding,
That I did once lack !

I am thankful , for my loving mother,
Who learned so well to pray .
Thankful , for her sincere faith ,
That has allowed me another day !

I am thankful , for the wife I have ,
Those years I will always treasure .
Thankful , for the love she gave ,
I have known no greater pleasure !

I am thankful , for my children ,
With me she did bare .
Thankful , for A life with them ,
To give them love and care !

I am thankful , for my early years ,
A time I thought misplaced !
Thankful , for the lessons learned ,
They did not go to waste !

I am thankful , for a chance to say ,
And show you how I feel .
Thankful , to release expressions ,
That I once did conceal !

I am thankful , for the light that shines ,
Upon my path so bright !
Thankful , for the chance I have ,
To finally set things right !

I am thankful , for my future ,
A ( TIME ) to ( CHANGE ) and grow !
Guide me in my efforts LORD ,
I have so far to go !

JIMMY DEAN MCMILLEN
FROM MY COLLECTION
THE BENEFIT OF LIGHT
COPY RIGHT 2007