GRATITUDE

ADA J. MILLER

Not in words—too oft but empty sound,
As lifeless as the swish and whirl of leaves
In autumn wind—is best expressed the grateful thought.
Words, empty words, beat on the listening ear
But as spent waves upon the shore,
Yet lack their life, their rhythmic harmony.
The truly grateful heart will ever speak
In loving deed and ready helping hand;
In giving to another strong Godspeed!
In seeking how he best may understand
And meet his brother's need in Love's own way.
Thus only can he show the Christian thought,
That seeks to know no other Mind than His.