Family

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The Pianist
(At the Manor)

Her fingers flew across the keys -
I watched their faces then
As old, familiar words and strains
Began their favored hymn;
So long were known these words and tunes -
So long they had endured!
The comfort felt - the strengthened faith
Compelled the voice I heard.

I watched her sitting straight and tall -
Smiling while she played.
They loved it so and she must know
For she just stayed and stayed.
Voices that were quavering,
Sang out of Heaven's bliss -
And eyes that could not see the words
Scarce any word did miss!

Oh, Savior, how we praise Your name!
Thank You for Your grace!
The blessing of the "gift" bestowed
Enlightened every face!
When all was done...and good-byes said,
We knew You'd been there too,
For melody still echoed in
The minds...still stayed on You!

Joan Clifton Costner
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