Standing by the lake
Not a ripple in the water
Just reflections– colors from the trees
And shadows from the clouds
Serenity in nature
Opening my soul to God in all things
The good in human nature
The inner voice of love just waiting to sing
CHORUS:
God of wonder
Help me discover
Beauty in simple things
Family gatherings
Stories weave together
Generations– mem’ries of our lives
Binding us in love
Hospitality with good friends
Laughing at a joke, talking all at once

Long goodbyes– no one wants to leave
Keep the extras. No ifs, no buts
CHORUS
BRIDGE:
Thank you for the sunshine
Thank you for the rain
Thank you for this moment
Blessed is your name
Living in the now
No disguises, no distractions
Keeping whole– centered in your love
What you see is what you get
Once I know that I’m not perfect
It frees me to be good, just my true self
Make a difference– helper on the journey
Lending a hand and wishing well