Classic Poem

I thank Thee, Lord, that I have strength
To work a day of any length.
I thank Thee, also, that the powers
Have not increased my working hours;
That shelter, clothing, food and fire,
Though high enough, are not still higher;
That so few babes my household bless
(I would have been content with less).
I thank Thee that my wife is strong
And works to help us get along.
I thank Thee that my girl and boy
Have in the factory found employ,
And only work ten hours a day —
I wonder if they sigh for play?
I thank Thee for myself and wife
That there's an end some time to life.