We are humble but proud
Say the bells of St. Cloud
In the dark, light a candle
Say the bells of St. Wendel
The Lord only knows
Say the bells of Melrose.
This world God inhabits
Say the bells of Sauk Rapids
Every bird the Lord knows of
Say the bells of St. Joseph
This is not a resort
Say the bells of Freeport
Dig the ground, plant a garden
Say the bells of St. Martin.
Make the rows even
Say the bells of St. Stephen
Plant a row, pound a stake
Say the bells of Clear Lake
Sow the seed even-handedly
Say the bells of St. Anthony
Paint your house, mow your lawn
Say the bells of Avon.
Then sit on your porch
Say the bells of St. George
All is well, all is well
Say the bells of Sartell.
© Garrison Keillor 2003