Be Thankful
Let these inspirational poems express thankful words of appreciation. May they be a reminder that we all have a lot to be thankful for. May you find words of wisdom in this poetry to express your appreciation for others.Be Thankful
By Author Unknown
Be thankful that you don't already have everything you desire.
If you did, what would there be to look forward to?
Be thankful when you don't know something,
for it gives you the opportunity to learn.
Be thankful for the difficult times.
During those times you grow.
Be thankful for your limitations,
because they give you opportunities for improvement.
Be thankful for each new challenge,
because it will build your strength and character.
Be thankful for your mistakes. They will teach you valuable lessons.
Be thankful when you're tired and weary,
because it means you've made a difference.
It's easy to be thankful for the good things.
A life of rich fulfillment comes to those who
are also thankful for the setbacks.
Gratitude can turn a negative into a positive.
Find a way to be thankful for your troubles,
and they can become your blessings.
Editor's Note:
This inspirational poem reminds us to appreciate all that we have, including the challenges and difficulties that life at times presents. At times, we sometimes look at issues presented to us and only see the negative aspect of them. Be Thankful looks at negative issues and presents them in a more positive light.
There are days when everything does not go as I may have wished. I read this poem and it helps me turn a "not so great day" into a better one, as the poem focuses my thoughts on the positive and reminds me to give thanks for what I do have. It all comes down to our own attitude, how we see, how we react, and what we do.
No matter what situation we face in life, there is always someone worse off than we are. The words of wisdom in "Be Thankful" make me feel grateful for all the blessings I have in my life. Print off the poem. Put it in a place that you can refer to it on the days when life presents its challenges.
Keep positive,
Catherine Pulsifer
Enjoy the words of wisdom in this poem, Keep Them Close. The verses reinforce how important life is, and how important the people we know are. May the verses remind you to appreciate the special people in your life.
Keep Them Close Poet Unkown
(thanks to Mary Jane for submitting)
One day a mother died.
And on that clear, cold morning,
in the warmth of her bedroom,
the daughter was struck with
the pain of learning that sometimes
there isn't any more.
No more hugs, no more lucky moments to celebrate together,
no more phone calls just to chat, no more "just one minute."
Sometimes, what we care about the most goes away,
never to return before we can say good-bye, say "I Love You."
So while we have it - it's best we love it .
And care for it and fix it when it's broken
and take good care of it when it's sick.
This is true for marriage - and friendships!
And children with bad report cards;
and dogs with bad hips;
and aging parents and grandparents.
We keep them because they are worth it,
because we cherish them!
Some things we keep -
like a best friend who moved away
or a classmate we grew up with.
There are just some things that
make us happy, no matter what.
Life is important, and so are the people we know.
And so, keep them close!
It's Fine Today
Poet: By Douglas Malloch
Sure, this world is full of trouble-
I ain't said it ain't.
Lord, I've had enough and double
Reason for complaint;
Rain and storm have come to fret me,
Skies are often gray;
Thorns and brambles have beset me
On the road - but say,
Ain't it fine today?
What's the use of always weepin',
Making trouble last?
What's the use of always keepin'
Thinkin' of the past?
Each must have his tribulation -
Water with his wine;
Life, it ain't no celebration,
Trouble - I've had mine -
But today is fine!
It's today that I am livin',
Not a month ago.
Havin'; losin'; takin'; givin';
As time wills it so.
Yesterday a cloud of sorrow
Fell across the way,
It may rain again tomorrow,
It may rain - but say,
Ain't it fine today?
"Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does." William James
"The purpose of life is not to be happy - but to matter, to be productive, to be useful, to have it make some difference that you have lived at all. Leo Rosten
Somebody
Author Unknown
Somebody did a golden deed;
Somebody proved a friend in need;
Somebody sang a beautiful song;
Somebody smiled the whole day long;
Somebody thought, "Tis sweet to live";
Somebody said, "I'm glad to give";
Somebody fought a valiant fight;
Somebody lived to shield the right;
Was the "somebody" you?
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