Voices of the innocent
ring with sentiment pure
All hope for a future with
possibilities and no despair
One leads the invocation
spirits high; elocution clear
Thankfulness for the gathering
and for the joy we share
Prayer for the occasion
thanksgiving for his gifts
articulating slowly, precious
thoughts not allowed to drift
The Amen’s were like applause
Everyone so proud of him
A Saint Francis recipient
After the dinner: The program
brought forth a young miss
assigning credit for her growth
to mentors who acted kindly
Has a life plan she shared
Courage to see it through
Bursting with enthusiasm
clapping was all we could do
The seed of hope was planted
Here we saw it grow
watching two future leaders
keeping their life in tow
They will replace those
who helped them along the way
The cycle of life exemplified and
acknowledged: Few with dry eyes
Personal challenge: To improve
Adage: There is always room for this
Where there is darkness, light
Not to be consoled, but to console
Stanski
October 10, 2019 ^
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Steve Haarman 