Your Choice

Plan the next sunrise,
But smell today's flower.
Think of the future
While enjoying each hour.

Can't control birth's offerings,
But effects are your choice.
They're sufferings or joy
As you lament or rejoice.

What happens will happen,
But reactions you own.
Smile with the world
Or whimper alone.

Each moment is real;
All others are not.
Treasure what you are.
Use what you've got.

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July

I can’t believe it’s already you, July.
Half the year has now passed me by.
A moment ago it was New Year’s Day
With fresh resolutions to pave my way.

My chagrin is rescued by wondrous July
As gorgeous fireworks light up the sky.
This freedom that I assume is owed
Was purchased by many a bloody road.

Though air is sultry and mosquitoes bold,
I prefer you, July, to the winter’s cold.

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Sea, Sky & Man

Gazing at the hypnotic sea and mesmerizing sky,
It’s truly lamentable how much has gone array.
Though through man’s many betrayals and travails
Ocean’s orchestra, with its symphony, always prevails.

While tranquility appears to be in man’s way,
Celestial and marine shades marry each day.
Horizon’s glare with so much to share and teach;
Sadly, its peace appears just beyond man’s reach.

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Getting Old

I don’t prefer it, but will go along till a substitute’s found
Since it’s a lot better than being part of the ground.
My hearing’s on the wean and face shows each vein.
All the equipment ‘neath my waist has gone down the drain.

But my attitude’s in good working order
Though I can’t control what’s south of the border.
Even as the rest decays,
My attitude will have many more good days!

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Laugh

If you can’t laugh at yourself a lot,
You’re not enjoying the life you’ve got.
The greatest source of humor on earth
Has followed you all around since birth.

Into your mirror laugh or at least smile
And be happy for at least a while.
A good laugh will slow that clock down;
Just as it speeds up with every frown.

Laugh at things that make you sad.
You’ll find out they really aren’t so bad.

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Problems Offer Opportunities

Look where you find it difficult to see.
Dream those dreams or they’ll never be.
Prove that all naysayers are very wrong.
Turn each of their grumbles into a song.

Think of old customs in a different way.
Be sure they have the imprint of your say.
When discouragement tries to draw near,
Your attitude determines its level of fear.

The future depends on what each sees.
Problems always offer opportunities.

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Hummingbird

Tiny hummingbird sips each bloom;
So busy… no moment to spare.
The force of each hurried zoom
Brings more nectar to its lair.
Miraculous flaps by miniscule wings
Hold it motionless in the air
As it suckles nature's sweet things
Then moves on in a dance so rare.
This magic bird enlivens flowers
As it dines it demands more than a stare.
Take time out to study its powers.
Do something worthwhile if you dare.

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Happy Reaper

You reap what you sow…or so they say.
Well, my life has certainly gone that way.
Money has never meant much to me.
That’s why there’s not much of it i see.

A smile and a laugh always meant a lot.
These pleasures are treasures i’ve still got.
Passion is as much a part of me
As my wonderful, gorgeous wife, debbie.

I always loved love and am happy to say
That it still guides my life to this very day!

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I'm Me

You're you and be proud.
Scream it out loud…
I'm me!
I'm me!
I'm me!
And proud to be!
Be happy you're alive.
Give the sun a high five.
Concentrate on what you've got;
Forget about what you're not.
Make work and play an equal task.
When curtain closes no one will ask,
'Did you work overtime? '
But it will be a crime
If you can't proudly write a loving letter
Saying, 'I left the world a little better.'

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Interludes

Lives end so that others begin.
Far from sorrow death’s a win.
The flower wilts and spreads it seeds
To fufill next season’s needs.

Oaks live years, but then pass,
Leaving acorns in the grass.
All species enjoy their glance
Toward future generation’s dance.

Each interlude, though brief, inspires
Further knowledge and desires.
To search for earth’s greatest find;
Long lasting peace for all mankind.

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