Deo gratias

I find myself living
at a time of thanksgiving
and therefore would like to express
with words and phrases
my heart’s praises
and gratitude and gratefulness.

Firstly for life and God’s salvation
and also for His vast creation,
for sunsets, starlight, dawn and day
and other blessings sent my way;
for freedom, love and Christ’s grace given
and knowing I am bound for heaven,
for peace and friendships, joy and songs,
for a Father able to right the wrongs,
for family, faith, and destiny,
and knowing that my God loves me.

- from one who too often forgets to thank the Lord of All for His gifts.