The Canvas of Our Lives





Everything we do and everything we say

Are strokes on our individual canvases each and everyday



Whether done in vibrant oils, chalk, water or pastels

The whole is portrayed or painted, oh so very well



The image is permanent, that we choose to render and create

It is a true reflection of who we are that every one of us radiates



Many colors are spread about each canvas, whether bright or dim

Daily fresh paint is added, and then shown to our friends and kin



They see our true colors, and our daily works of art

Just as God has witnessed all, right from the very start



So let us use the finest mediums to paint all that we’re meant to be

Working alongside “The Master”, will then create a beautiful masterpiece





Written By: Deborah Finneran 2008

Sacrifices Remembered




Pioneer sacrifices shine brightly forth today

As pioneers persevered so much to lead the way



Standing for Gods truth ever firm and tall

Sustaining eternal ways, everyone and all



Amidst toil, death, suffering & despair

Arose Gods mighty and faithful people there



Men, women and children in this unwavering band

Willing to walk by faith, as Gods priesthood commands



Withered, tired, hungry and torn

Amongst the wolves they often mourned



Yet because of them Zion shines forth today

Such bountiful rays in these latter days



Across the world the Lords Temples now dotted

Sacrifices remembered to be evermore exalted



Written By: Deborah Finneran Copyright © 2010

Abundance Surrounds



Observing & noticing the comforts in such simple abundance,

ever calming to the body, soul and mind.



So much comfort like warm socks, warm food or a warm fire sublime.

The comforts of love, breathing, just being, are all part of life divine.



Oh that I may comprehend & enjoy these splendid blessings of mine.

As I look, I witness, His abundance surrounds at all times.

Written By: D. Finneran Copyright © 2011