Book Two

To A Brother

Dear Sir and Brother, may I send
To you a wish that will forfend
And keep you in the path that's trod,
Which leads you to your Father, God.

That you and yours, through every strife,
May live in love throughout this life,
That all good things may ever be shine,
Good health and wealth and things divine.

Goodness, peace, harmony and love,
These gifts of God, sent from above,
May sweet drops of mercy's wine
Cherish, and nourish all of shine.

That you may keep God's chosen way,
And smile on fellowmen each day,
To give each lonely heart uplift,
'Tis yours to do, this perfect gift.

God bless you, Sir - to you Salaam,
This is my wish, Charles Fotheringham.

Rt.Wor.Bro.Charles Fotheringham.