Thanks, God

I thank You, God, for all the gifts You've given,
for my existence, self and soul and life,
for faith and Church and baptism, oh, and heaven,
for son and daughter, grandkids, loving wife,
for good folk, working father, caring mother,
for teachers, nuns and priests, for all my school,
for family and dear sister and dear brother,
for my good country and for those who rule.
I thank You for good friends from far and near,
O God, for all my needs that You fulfull,
for all my talents used in my career,
for all Your goodness, good laws, and good will.
You shower me with gifts both good and true,
so, Lord, I thank You most of all for You.

                            -- by Pete Voelz         4/06