I Went Fishing

Today I went fishing
And caught a little fish
She was such a tiny thing
I put her in a dish
Mommy asked how I caught a fish
And were there any more
Then I told her about the big ole tank
At the pet section in the store...
She made me take my fishy back
And then we bought the fish
Along with some food, a big glass bowl
And other things for which she might wish.
I guess that I should admit to her
About the other thing I "caught"
So that she knows the rules I now appreciate-
Oops! We're headed back to the store to confesss:
Mommy just found the snake...

Before You Stop to Smell a Rose

If you stop to smell a flower
With a lovely bloom so sweet
I pray you will enjoy the fragrance
So uplifting and unique
But I feel that I must caution you
Lest you do not see
That at times the sweetest rose
Can house a most ungracious bee!

Thena Cullen Smith

I Saw You Smile

I saw you smile today
A sweet smile when you glanced my way
Even though how much I needed it
you didn't know
Unless God told you so
And caused you to smile a smile
Which I would see
And which would mean so much to me.
I saw you smile today
And it caused me to smile as well
And others may have needed that smile
That I sent their way
And it may have been multiplied
All throughout the day.
Thena Cullen Smith

Pray for Change

So many times when I pause to pray
"Lord change them" is what I want to say
But frequently when I bend my knee
He shows me that the change I crave
Should begin with me.
Thena

Your Words

Your words can make or break someone's day
Think before you speak
And weigh the words you say
For we can create memories in haste
That never go away.
Thena Cullen Smith

Family Reunion Prayer

God Bless Family Reunions
Where families gather in Your Name
Honoring You, Creator of the Universe
The One from Whom we came.
Bless each parent and each child,
Each brother and sister guide
Each Grandmother and Grandfather
Hold closely near Thy side.
Prepare us as we live our lives
In the families which we've been given
To bless You, Father, Lord of all
As You prepare us for our family
Which we will join in Heaven.
Thena

Family Reunion

In our family
Like any other
We love each mother, father, sister and brother.
Even if at times we hit a snag
We never let disagrements drag
But try to see that each conversation
Right from the start
Lifts our family up
And never wounds a heart.
We love each other
And consider our family our treasure
A group filled with love
Beyond all measure.
Each reunion is a special time for each one
TO show our love for each other and have lots of fun.

Thena Cullen Smith

Happy Birthday Dear Friend

Some people are so special
That we have to stop and say
Just how great we think they are
When it's their birthday!
Some people give to others
So much of themselves each day
That we have to search our hearts
For something special enough to say
I wish I could find a word to write
To adequately our wishes express
But I guess I will have to say
Happy Birthday dear friend
Hope this birthday is the best!
Thena

Goodbye Sweet Friend



It was your time, sweet furry friend
It was your time and we had to let you go
But it was not because we loved you any less
Just that for you we wanted what was best.
We could not stand by and watch you suffer
As daily you tried so valiantly
To do as you used to do
And to be what you used to be.
It was so hard to let you go
And my grieving days are not yet through
For no matter how many years may pass
There is a place in our hearts reserved just for you.
Thena

For Friends who lost a pet

Loss of Dog


Our Yogie lost her battle today
So quietly she passed away.
People said she was a lot like me
Well, as much as a doggie could be.

She stole my heart so instantly
When first I saw her and she saw me
From day one until she lost her fight
She daily brought us such joy and delight.

The day came when there was no doubt
Of the difficult task that I must do
No one had to tell me it was time
For in my heart, saddly, I knew.

But mercifully God saw fit
To let her be at home and sleep
In her favorite bed
For her heart's last beat.

I'm sadder than I thought I could ever bear
And tears flow, oh so frequently
As special memories come flooding back
Of just how much she meant to me.

God bless my little Yogie
And please keep her close
For of all the doggies I've ever had
She's the one who loved me most!

Thena

Birthday

Hey! It's your birthday!
I hope you celebrate
Enjoy the day with friends
And stay up very late!
Eat your cake and icecream
Let family do your wishes
Have a wonderful birthday meal
And let others do the dishes!

Missing You

I will have happy times
My whole life through
But I will never stop
Missing you!
I will celebrate and enjoy
The things I love to do
But I will always wish
You were here to enjoy them too.
I will not always wear a happy face
For at times I will be blue
But I will always smile
When I think of you
And will always love you, my dear friend
For friendship is eternal and doesn't ever end.
Thena Smith

Missing You (Mom and Dad)

Missing You

I will have happy times
My whole life through
But I will never stop
Missing you!
I will celebrate and enjoy
The things I love to do
But I will always wish
You were here to enjoy them too.
I will not always wear a happy face
For at times I will be sad
But I will always smile
When I think of you
And will always love you,Mom and Dad.
Thena Smith

Getting Older

Being Older

My eyesight is getting worse
And steps are getting slow
Sometimes I forget the names
Of people that I know.
My medicine cabinet is so full
That it has begun to overflow.
But I don't always need books
Or TV to entertain and delight
I can replay wonderful memories
Far into the night.
When I go to bed and cannot sleep right away
I just decide on a year of memories
That I want to replay.

Prayer for a Lost Pet

Fred has gotten out
And hasn't come back home
Please watch over her, Dear God
For she is out there all alone.
I know you love our animals
For You created them, each one
And it is my plea that you bring Fred home
Before the day is done.
She adds such happiness
And joy to our day
And it hurts my heart so very much
That she's not at home today.
If anyone has found her
Please have them return her to me
For I'm sure in my heart
That's where she really wants to be.