How lovely are these April Days when Winter slips away, and bright-faced little flowers peep along the garden way. These are the days we find it hard to keep to routine chores: So many bright new offerings now lure us out-of-doors.

How glad our Winter-weary hearts to hear a robin's song: And see the sun-warmed little brook bob merrily along. Each day so fragrant in its wake, "Neathskies of softer blue, Can't help but lift your spirits and cheer the heart of you.

So many blessings from on high these days in April bring: Who claims there is no God above- Come walk outdoors in Spring!

By Kay Hoffman

I love the snow in Winter Sparkling on the ground in the brilliant sunshine all across the town. I love the feel of Springtime, exhilarating, warm, and the budding flowers that garden beds adorn.

I love the days of Summer, vacationtime and fun, the sea and sandy beaches and relaxing in the sun. I love the vibrant colors of leaves that seem to fly in the glorious Autumn like birds across the sky.

by Elsie Natalie Brady

Hello God, I called tonight..... To talk a little while..

I need a friend who'll listen..... To my anxiety and trial...

You see, I can't quite make it..... Though a day just on my own...

I need your love to guide me, So I'll never feel alone

I want to ask you please to keep, My family safe and sound.

Come and fill their lives with confidence..... For whatever fate they're bound.

Give me faith, dear God, to face..... Each hour throughout the day,

And not to worry over things..... I can't change in any way.

I thank you God, for being home..... And listening to my call,

For giving me such good advice..... When I stumble and fall.

Your number, God, is the only one..... That answers every time.

I never get a busy signal, Never had to pay a dime.

So thank you,God, for listening..... To my troubles and my sorrow.

Good night,God, I love You, too, And I'll call again tomorrow!

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updated on 1/22/2002