Gave Thanks

Gave Thanks

Passed a cemetery today
gave thanks
for all who broke trails
we now look back upon.

Passed a playground today
gave thanks
for a future as yet untouched
by  …. us.

Passed a school today
gave thanks
for the opportunity
afforded these “trailblazers”.

Passed a mirror today
gave thanks
for the playground, the school,
the cemetery.


John G. Lawless
11/22/2016
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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November 23, 2016 at 8:47 AM
Nicely expressed John. This felt very good to read this morning
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