I never thought much of the folks who pray
The Lord to make them thankful for a meal
Expecting Him to furnish all the food
And then provide them with the gratitude
They haven’t grace to feel.
I never thought much of this yearly thanks,
Either for what once happened long ago,
Or for “our constant mercies.” To my mind
If we’re to thank a Power that’s daily kind,
Our annual’s too slow.
Suppose we spread Thanksgiving—hand it round—
Give God an honest heartful every day;
And, while we’re being thankful, why not give
Some gratitude to those by whom we live—
As well as stingy pay?