We children happily bounced.
In mellow fragrant leather seating,
Our hearts in anticipation racing
Tuned to the hum of wheels tracing.
Stencils in the dusty soil, and,
Smells of gum tree eucalyptus oil.
*****
The old hall welcomed with timbered doors awide
And we gleeful children rushed inside
Eagerly we clamored to find the best seat
Never dreaming to lie, steal or cheat.
As the old piano pelted out, 'The Fruit Salad Song"
It was a mixture of choruses and we all sang along ~
*****
Smiling faces, hands clapping and heavy feet stomping
Our preacher delighted in the devils swamping
"Jesus the Good Sheppard, tenderly cares for His sheep
So be mindful children, of His promises to keep
Always forgive and love one another
As Jesus tells us,... and Care For Your Brother
*****
Down through the years my memory for verses is strong
Because of that teaching,
The Lay Pastors Morrison,
Kept many from wrong..........
And I am aware as time flashes by
That to learn as a child, on the Word, we rely. C.M.L 2004
In memory of:
Alec Morrison Srn and Jrn. who without any monetary gain, taught many by example and word, to follow Jesus as Lord.
Crystal Mary
Jesus said,
“Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.”
Matthew 19:14
Very nice post! (And a cute picture!)
ReplyDeleteI used to love writing poetry.
DeleteWow, you haven't changed a bit. What a great tribute to selfless people who's giving has enriched your life fer all eternity.
ReplyDeleteIf only they knew what an impact they were making.
'But it is not for these alone that I pray, but for those also who through their words put their faith in me.' John 17 verse 20
Bless you Crystal Mary, Geoff.
There are some people we never forget.
DeleteCrystal Mary hi.
DeleteWhen I read your poem that scripture popped into my mind. I picked up my bible to find the verse and when I opened it, guess where it opened. Yes, right there.
What a lovely poem! It's a great thing to pay tribute to those who've planted so much seed in our lives.
ReplyDeleteI can still see that cute little girl in the picture in your face today- too cute!
Shelley, they were some of the happiest days of my life. x
DeleteBeautiful poem and to be as selfless as others thanks for the inspiration of the sweet testimony of such giving people....
ReplyDeleteThey were Scottish decent and had a lovely tilt in their language.
DeleteThat was an awesome tribute Crystal Mary! sandie
ReplyDeleteThanks Mate.x
DeleteBeautiful poem.. It's great to pay tribute to those who have touched our lives in so many ways. I remember a Sunday School teacher, Estelle Crockett, who helped me as a teen to stay on the straight and narrow path in life with Jesus as my Savior. Thank God for people like Estelle.
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Betsy
Yes indeed...thank God.
DeleteDear Crystal, . . . a lovely tribute. Peace.
ReplyDeleteLove and Peace to you also Dee. xx
DeleteYou sure write pretty.
ReplyDeleteBobby
My heart sings Bobby, for the love of Jesus I learned as a child.
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