The winter has ended and spring has arrived.
The jonquils bloom yellow in leaves of green.
They paint the courtyard in colors alive.
This house is empty and yet, it’s serene.
It’s filled with memories, happy and sad.
Kids played Red Rover and Hide and Go Seek.
A stay-at-home mom and a hard-working dad.
They prayed together each day of the week.
In spring of their lives, many joys came their way.
And sadness, too, changed their laughter to tears,
but they counted their blessings each night and day.
They held tight to their faith down through the years.
When winter brought sorrow and things went wrong,
they rejoiced in singing their nation’s song.
Copyright, 2013, Freeda Baker Nichols
Freeda Baker Nichols 
God Bless American and our families!
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Yes! Nice to hear from you, Diane.
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Must remember our blessings during trying times these days
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Yes. Let’s always remember! Thanks, Ginger. Have a good day!
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we had Thunder Over Louisville last night…Major fireworks to open the events of Derby…I can’t help but, sing along when our country’s song is played…
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We must never forget. Thanks, Marilyn.
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Beautiful, Freeda.
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Thanks, Catherine. Your comments on my blog are a continual inspiration to me. A blessed day to your family at your sweet son’s First Communion, today. Lovely pictures on your post. That boy is so cute.
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Awh thanks, Freeda. He is very special my little kiwi
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