Song of Gratitude

The day is bright with autumn chill and scented air is brisk and pure
And silent gardens are put to bed, as end of year draws swiftly near
We hear the music of the trees, of rustling leaves of red and tan
Let's sing a song to thank our God, for lavish beauty of this land
While autumn drops across the hills, with stain ablaze in amber glow
And hearts are filled with peace of mind to know He keeps a watch below
The wind seeks out the apple tree and rises with celestial zest
And mighty oaks drop acorns free,  soon squirrels will scurry to their nest
Where ample harvest from golden earth, and flying geese bid sweet adieu
While loved ones gather around the hearth, our Lord, these blessing come from you
And when the trees are stripped and bare, a world takes rest, to start anew
We bow our heads in silent prayer,
             For things like these and many more
                 We sing our song of gratitude.....






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Inspired by "Hymns of Autumn" contest
sponsored by Brian Strand
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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February 8, 2011 at 3:13 AM
Amazing picture of Autumn you have painted here giving a grateful bow to the God.
Guzzi Avatar
September 27, 2009 at 2:32 PM
Sincere, full of gratitude and love. Congrad's on your Win! Light & Love
Augustus Avatar
September 10, 2009 at 12:20 PM
Rarely to people take the time to thank God for the beauty of nature. This is a lovely song of praise!
George   Avatar
September 8, 2009 at 4:20 PM
Absolutely beautiful! dear Carrie. Congratulations on your well deserved win. Love, Lainie
Rider Avatar
September 8, 2009 at 2:35 PM
A well deserving 3rd place win in the contest Carrie! Congratulations!
Augustus Avatar
September 8, 2009 at 1:44 PM
Congratulations on your win in Brian's contest!
Brown Avatar
September 8, 2009 at 11:49 AM
Congratulations on your win in Brian's contest Carrie. Love, Carol
Moreno Avatar
September 8, 2009 at 11:02 AM
Carrie, congrats on your success in Brian's contest...Raul
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September 8, 2009 at 7:19 AM
Congratulations, Carrie on your, 3rd place, C in Brian’s Hymn of Harvest contest with this amazing rythmic poem. It's easy to see why you did so well. Your creativity shines. Smiles, DAS-J
Strand Avatar
September 8, 2009 at 4:42 AM
Congrats on your success in my contest Carrie.Rgds Brian. My latest contest INTERVALS is now open
Brown Avatar
September 2, 2009 at 6:03 PM
well done great work
Brown Avatar
August 31, 2009 at 5:55 AM
I agree with Ruben I Say Magnificent also Carrie. Wish you the best in Brian's contest. Love, Carol
Knop Avatar
August 31, 2009 at 5:31 AM
Lovely reflections on autumn, Carrie, enjouyed it really. Gert
Higgins Avatar
August 31, 2009 at 4:41 AM
Wonderful imagery Carrie..you paint such beautiful scenery grabbing the reader's attention and never letting them go..best wishes in the contest.
L Avatar
August 31, 2009 at 2:08 AM
This is a true image of Autumn, very well written, keep them coming Abe
Strand Avatar
August 31, 2009 at 12:04 AM
Thank you for supporting my contest Carrie.Rgds Brian
Goff Avatar
August 30, 2009 at 7:17 PM
gorgeous! song! Carrie! soup-mail! jimbo
Gorelick Avatar
August 30, 2009 at 6:47 PM
Carrie, this is a winner for sure. How absolutely wonderful. BG
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