we went down to the river to pray.

We went down to the river to pray. 

(Or creek, depending on whose eyes you're viewing it from.)

We said hello to the minnow,

farewell to the frog. 

We hopped, skipped, and tossed rocks,

delighted in flowers,

quietly aware of God's power. 

Questions were asked,

smiles passed,

hands held. 

Colors were found,

boots were brave,

walking sticks claimed.

We went down to the river to pray.