For Granted Poem by Walterrean Salley

We so often take for granted
The little things in life,
Traveling the carefree road—
No sickness, pain nor stride.

Selfishly enjoying the things
We really like to do.
Never once a thought to share
The generous part of you.

Neglecting to be grateful
For abilities we use;
And so, through ungratefulness
The blessings that we lose.

Let us cease to take for granted
The Father’s precious love,
And His tender mercies,
Which are blessings from above.


*Taken from: Treasures of the Heart. 1989.