When Thanks Won't Do
by Barbara Philbrook

When thanks won't do, what can take it's place?
It isn't enough that there's joy on my face.

When thanks just don't seem adequate,
is there some way to show my heart and what's in it?

When thanks are felt but are hard to convey,
what are the words that I should say?

When thankfulness is overflowing but not expected,
where then should those thanks be directed?

When thanks won't do what is another option for me?
How can I show my gratitude for what was done so lovingly?

What do I do with this desperate need to express,
my heartfelt love and thankfulness?

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