Grateful for each hand we hold
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Gathered round this table.
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From far and near we travel home,
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Blessed that we are able.
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Grateful for this sheltered place
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With light in every window,
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Saying "welcome, welcome, share this feast
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Come in away from sorrow."
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Father, mother, daughter, son,
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Neighbor, friend and friendless;
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All together everyone in the gift of loving-kindness.
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Grateful for what's understood,
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And all that is forgiven;
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We try so hard to be good,
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To lead a life worth living.
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Father, mother, daughter, son,
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Neighbor, friend, and friendless;
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All together everyone, let grateful days be endless.
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Grateful for each hand we hold
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Gathered round this table.
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Thanksgiving Song
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Mary Chapin Carpenter |