Nourishing Rain

Thank You, Lord, for the Beauty
        Thank you, Lord, for the beauty of Spring,The blossoming flowers and grass turning green,As fresh life returns and birds star

Autumn Changes
                   © Gary Strader, 2009  In autumn the leaves start changingto colors rich and bright,and soon they allwill begin to fall,

Make Life Better
  Life is much betterWhen you laugh and play,Take some time each day to pray,Look for the good in everything,Discover a joyful song to sing,Appreciate the beauty all around,Notice little wonders waiting to be found,Use the talents which you possess,Look for ways to spread happiness,Show those around you

Peace in the Storm
 "He is my Safe Harbor"  © Gary Strader, 2009 When the storms of life are overhead,filling you with a sense of dread,like ocean's waves that across you roll,feeling like you have lost control,hopelessness can overwhelm youwith uncertainty about what to do. 

A Garden
 © Gary Strader, 2009A garden filled with fragrant flowers,Surrounded by tall, strong trees,With leaves fluttering in a soft breezeCan provide many pleasant hours;The peaceful sense of beauty it bringsAnd joy flooding into each part