Why is it while we are down on our knees,
  We start out each prayer, with that one word, 'PLEASE'?
The next time, in prayer, here's one thing to do,
   Start out by saying, "Dear LORD, I THANK YOU!"

Some only pray, when they ask for a gift,
  Others request that HE give them a lift.
Like all little children, we learn to say please.
  But some of us say it, with way too much ease.

Try saying THANK YOU, you may be surprised,
  That your prayers are answered, as you open your eyes.
GOD likes to be thanked, just like we all do.
   Surely that's not asking too much from you.

So tonight, don't ask "PLEASE,"  say "THANK YOU," instead.
   You'll feel so much better, when you climb into bed.
Then tomorrow you'll wake up, to a bright shining day.
  If only you'll remember, those two words to say.

Copyright ©  Joe Pielmeier Sr. July 2002
Joe Went To Heaven On 12/05/02 
  

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