As I arose from bed, this morn,
And looked up at the sky
My heart gave song, and I rejoiced,
As mallard ducks flew by.

The mountaintops were shrouded,
With early mountain dew
And I was glad to be alive,
And start the day anew.

The songbirds all were waking up,
Their sounds soon filled the air
The chipmunks and the squirrels,
Were scampering everywhere.

The flowerbeds were in full bloom,
The bees flew to and fro
The hummingbird danced up and down,
He knew not where to go.

I looked around this place of mine,
And thanked the LORD, above
For blessing me with special friends,
And a family that I love.

Success to me is not measured,
By materials and wealth
For you are rich, if you have friends,
A family and good health.

Some people are not content, until,
They have more than they will need
But I have found true happiness,
Without the stress and greed.

Just look about, check for yourself,
You'll see that I am right
You too are rich, you have so much,
Thank GOD for it…TONIGHT!
 

© 1988 Joe Pielmeier Sr.  
Joe left us on 12/05/02
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