TODAY, by Ernestine Maxwell Subscribe to rss feed for Ernestine Maxwell

Today... 

I will think only good thoughts, 
I will cast all evil from my mind. 
I will not speak bad about anyone, 
I will only say words that are kind. 

Today... 

I will help an old person, smile at a child, 
Tell someone I like their hair; 
I will listen to a friend 
And let them know I care. 

Today... 

No matter what anyone says to me, 
I will not get mad. 
I will smile and act like I'm happy, 
Even if I'm feeling bad. 

Today... 

I will strive to do my best 
At everything I do. 
I will work hard, use my mind 
And try to learn something new. 

Today... 

I will be optimistic; 
I will try to see only the good. 
And even if I think I can't, 
I will act as though I could. 

Today... 

I will feel the sunshine, 
I will taste the water, I will smell the flowers. 
I will live in the moment, 
And not wish away the hours.

Today... 

Is all I have, 
I will not waste it in sorrow. 
For yesterday is already gone, 
And there is no promise of tomorrow! 

LIVE FOR TODAY!

© 1999, E.R. Maxwell. All Rights Reserved.
Posted: 2005-01-08 07:33:16 UTC

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2005-04-21 19:56:34abs
great poem for anyone feeling sad!

2005-08-04 20:50:04ladycalvert
Such an inspirational poem! It is one I would like to read before I crawl out of bed each day!

2007-03-19 00:36:31Angel of Music
This poem is great! very insperational!

2008-01-29 19:39:01Mae
Love your work.

2008-05-15 03:01:14Nora Eason
That was a beautiful poem. Way to go! keep up the good work. Oh! My God bless you, and hold you in the palm of his hand.

2008-05-20 14:15:15ray!
think positive, i like it!

2009-04-26 04:00:51marsha
awesome