All Things In Moderation

All things in moderation,
It's a good way to get along;
For life it seems is a smorgasbord,
Of work, play, strife and song.

How can we enjoy a meal,
If we only taste one dish?
How can we have the fullness of life,
With our mind set alone on one wish?

Life is a serious matter, that's true.
We must learn to earn our keep.
Common sense tells us that all things need,
To work, play, laugh and sleep.

Equal amounts of excitement and peace,
Are important to our very existence.
It's unhealthy for us to dwell on one thing,
And obsess with too much persistence.

It takes all the fun and joy out of life,
To worry too much and frown.
By the same token it isn't wise,
To try to be the town clown.

All things in moderation.
Listen, learn and be wise.
All things in moderation.
It's a good way to live a full life.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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February 9, 2017 at 12:03 PM
Your message of moderation is one to which many of us ascribe. Few people go through life with joy in every minute. It's important to remember that trying times will end as our focus turns to joyful ones. But we do need moments of meditation to appreciate the more exciting times. A great message, Judy, and a delightful composition by a skilled artist!
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January 31, 2017 at 3:15 PM
You need to find the perfect balance and focus on what you need. Great poem. love phyl
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February 7, 2017 at 5:47 AM
Thank you so much Phyl. Glad you enjoyed it. Sorry it took so long to get back to you. Been off line for awhile again. Health woes. God Bless, JB
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January 30, 2017 at 4:25 PM
With all the excess around today Judy, especially diets, your theme of your poem is perfection..and you do it so well.
Ball Avatar
February 7, 2017 at 5:39 AM
Thank you so much Harry. Your kind words are a balm to the spirit. Glad you enjoyed it. God Bless, JB
Anish Avatar
January 29, 2017 at 4:37 PM
I have Greek friends and they tell me such things as you have emphasized in your fine work! Peace & Love Matthew Anish
Ball Avatar
February 7, 2017 at 5:28 AM
Great minds run on the same track. ;) I am half Italian and half Cherokee and 100% cute. Thanks bunches my friend. God Bless, JB
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January 28, 2017 at 12:25 PM
Finding that perfect balance in life is difficult as some of us tend to focus on one thing too long and ignore almost everything else. I love your clear yet poignant writing style, Judy. Your poem has advice i needed. Bless you! Hugs, Carolyn (Sorry it took me so long to respond to Soup mails. I hadn't been on the site for a while.)
Horne Avatar
January 28, 2017 at 9:27 AM
yes, such truth here - lovely write with a good message x
Ball Avatar
February 7, 2017 at 5:12 AM
Thank you so much Jack. Glad you like it. God Bless, JB
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January 27, 2017 at 8:50 AM
Yes balance is important.
Ball Avatar
February 7, 2017 at 1:09 AM
Thanks so much Richard. Glad you enjoyed it. God Bless, JB
Marcum Wong Avatar
January 27, 2017 at 6:09 AM
Wise words Judy. Keeping one's balance is necessary for a happy life. A meaningful and insightful poem. : ) 7
Ball Avatar
January 29, 2017 at 3:18 PM
Thanks so much Connie. Glad you like it. God Bless, JB
May Avatar
January 26, 2017 at 7:52 PM
True words Judy...well said...
Ball Avatar
January 29, 2017 at 2:41 PM
Thank you so much Joseph. Glad you like it. God Bless, JB
Turner Avatar
January 26, 2017 at 7:42 PM
Excellent poetry, Mrs Judy. I love it!! Should be POTD tomorrow. My opinion:)
Ball Avatar
January 29, 2017 at 2:35 PM
Thank you so much Daniel. Your kind words are a balm to the soul. God Bless, JB
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