Be Mindful

Be present, and of things around you,
try to be aware.
Embrace the life you see around you.
God is everywhere.

See His hand in nature: in the
dawn and twilight skies;
the mountains, valleys, trees and seas,
and in your child's eyes.

Be mindful of all humankind
no matter where you are.
Be kind to all, for in God's eyes,
each child is His own star.

Judge not, and be forgiving,
but if you chance to see
wrongdoing, you should stand up for
those facing jeopardy.

Be mindful, ever mindful,
and if you follow this -
more blessed will be your time on earth;
more taste you'll have of bliss.

For Unseeking Seeker's Mindfulness Poetry Contest
For Brian Strand's All Yours (Jun 22) Poetry Contest
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Holmes Avatar
June 23, 2021 at 12:18 PM
Congratulations on your top placement - especially with such a wonderful poem, we all need to be more mindful - judge not and be forgiving. Such a great message. David
Kauffman Avatar
June 23, 2021 at 11:17 AM
Back with congratulations on another win for this lovely poem Andrea reminding us to be present, to be aware.
Pathak Avatar
June 22, 2021 at 11:25 PM
Mindful in this world getting so mindless, but your words vibe in every reader's mind, congrats for a top win.
Mitra Avatar
June 22, 2021 at 6:33 PM
Living in the Now is all I claim....Beautiful Andrea it's being in the present....Congrats on your win :)
Johnson Avatar
June 22, 2021 at 11:28 AM
Congrats on your top placement. But more than that, thanks for composing and sharing such a God-conceived piece of work. Blessings.
Kauffman Avatar
June 22, 2021 at 10:38 AM
"Each child is his own star." What lovely words and wise perception, Andrea. To see God's value in all that we encounter is a wonderful challenge and an incredible way to live life. Congratulations on your win! Blessings.
Seeker Avatar
June 22, 2021 at 8:55 AM
Ah! Brian likes this one too! Congrats on your top win!
Jayasankar Avatar
June 14, 2021 at 9:03 AM
Wow Golden words of wisdom... Loved this my sweet friend... and you HAVE written exactly what you follow... God bless you... Hugs... ~ Ani
Mcintosh Avatar
June 14, 2021 at 6:59 AM
This is brilliant. I sincerely love this, Andrea. God bless you always. Love, Gina
Krutsinger Avatar
June 14, 2021 at 5:30 AM
"Be kind to all, for in God's eyes, each child is His own star.: So gorgeously done!
Balasubramanian Avatar
June 14, 2021 at 4:11 AM
I knew this would place when I commented. Congratulations!
Buhagiar Avatar
June 14, 2021 at 2:04 AM
Good advice We are all God's children. We should find time to adore Him. Hugs and congratulations on your win.
Seeker Avatar
June 13, 2021 at 9:00 PM
Mindful eye, stance erect ~ flow of Andrea’s words, delightful & perfect! Congrats on your win, Andrea! Yours was the last entry, by the way.
Milgate Avatar
June 13, 2021 at 4:11 PM
Lovely poem best of luck in the contest, as always lovely thoughts and mindfulness in whatever energy connects us with the Universe
Flood Avatar
June 13, 2021 at 2:35 PM
I’m not religious, Andrea, but I couldn’t disagree with your splendidly written overall sentiment. I suspect there’s a podium place with your name on it. Terry
Dietrich Avatar
June 13, 2021 at 2:55 PM
Neither can I discount the fact that the things I was taught as a child in Bible class were true. I suppose I will know when I die. I have a mind that is open to many possibilites!
Dietrich Avatar
June 13, 2021 at 2:54 PM
I am not religious either but I truly can't imagine how the world would not have a master creator. It all seems so logically ordered to me!
Cunningham Avatar
June 13, 2021 at 1:43 PM
Words to live by Andrea, good luck in the contest. Tom
Pandit Avatar
June 13, 2021 at 12:55 PM
Mindfulness can be the path to peace and serenity--much goodwill emanates from your words, Andrea. Great advice.
Horn Avatar
June 13, 2021 at 12:45 PM
God Made Seas Which Him Would Please You should check out this poem of mine.
De Beaulieu Avatar
June 13, 2021 at 11:57 AM
Hello Andrea, Godd luck in the contest. I enjoyed this poem. Hugs Darlene
Ibeh Avatar
June 13, 2021 at 11:45 AM
Such a fabulous poem for the Mindfulness theme, Andrea:-) I think you have a top winner here!
Balasubramanian Avatar
June 13, 2021 at 11:29 AM
Beautiful write Andrea, loved every word. So meaningful!
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