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A Trail of Better Days

The world is full of people.
Some are good and some are bad.
The difference between them
are the solutions that they had.

Some folks don't react well
when a problem comes in play.
Others are more practiced
for when trouble comes their way.

The smart ones seem to look at things
with a positive approach.
They listen to advice 
from a mentor or a coach.

The sad ones let things stew inside
and pen up all their rage.
They seem to think of life
as if they're living in a cage.

Solving problems, helping out,
and keeping a cool head,
are keys to lasting happiness
that don't have to be said.

So cherish any problems
that try to get you down.
Think of them as practice
as you wend your way through town

Tackle problems with a smile
and look for helpful ways.
If you do you'll always find
a trail of better days.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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Kulkarni Avatar
June 16, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Well said, Cary! Your poem really made me reflect on my attitude toward others. I appreciate the insight—thank you! -Smita
Johnson Avatar
June 10, 2018 at 5:30 PM
A trail of better days. I love that. You have a very easy style that just seems to write itself down the page. Now I want to read another.
Michael Avatar
June 4, 2018 at 12:11 PM
Wonderful...Nicely written too...All the best Cary
Snowden Avatar
June 4, 2018 at 1:29 PM
Thank you, Arturo! It's great to hear from you! -Cary
B. Avatar
June 3, 2018 at 12:40 PM
Such an amazing rhyme, Cary!! Filled with so much truth.. A pleasure to read! Best wishes to you..
Snowden Avatar
June 4, 2018 at 12:36 AM
Thank you, Robertina! I'm glad you liked it - thank you for taking the time to write a note. -Cary
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