If the trees

If the trees can clap their hands for you, And the fields can all be joyful. If the hills can leap for joy to you, And the oceans wave before you.

If the sun can rise each day for you, And the moon reflect your glory. Then, I can too. And so I will!

Though at times life seems so hard, I will lift my hands to God. I will from my heart—give thanks. I will lift my feet and dance!

And when everything seems to go, oh, so wrong, And though I can’t imagine how to sing a song; I I know that you will carry me through. I know, because your love is true. And, I will lift my life to You.

Joanie Miller

I love writing and have enjoyed journaling all my life. I’ve been writing articles for Jewels Magazine over the last year, and love sharing about the Lord and encouraging others in our faith. I’m a published author of a children’s book:”Help,Lord! I Need A Bandage On My Heart.” I’m almost ready to publish my second book in the “Help Lord” series in a few months. In 2009 I received a diploma from LongRidge Writers Group, and I received an Honorable Mention Certificate in the Writer’s Digest 76th Annual Writing Competition. I feel very priviledged to have this opportunity to write for Jewels Magazine.