Give me a grateful heart, Lord,

For each small favor granted.

As years unfold, may I behold

Life, still, through eyes enchanted.

Let me find beauty in all things,

Not be too blind to see

The goodness in my fellowman,

That he would find in me.

Grant that my ears remain attuned

To hear the smallest sigh,

And may I lend a gentle touch,

For those less sure than I.

Let me remember lessons learned,

To profit from the past,

And may I build bridge of dreams,

That shall forever last.

Let me rejoice in simple things;

I need no wealth to buy

The scent of a pine upon the wind,

A burnished copper sky,

Scarlet roses on the fence,

Sunrise through the trees --

Oh, grant that I may not outgrow

Affinity for these!

Give me a grateful heart, Lord;

Let me be satisfied

When days are less than sunny

And plans lie at low tide.

Life is a sweet adventure

That will lead to who knows where,

So, give me a grateful heart, Lord,

That I may always care.