Chris Green Poet Rhyme

Here One Minute, Gone the Next

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Here one minute, gone the next
Life is everything it seems
Live each moment like your last
Never give up on your dreams

Wake each day to something new
Offer up a helping hand
Smile at a perfect stranger
Help a weary one to stand

Count your blessings one and all
Find the joy in every day
Best foot forward with each step
Show the world you’re on your way

Actions have their consequences 
Think of others it affects
Time is short and always moving
Here one minute, gone the next
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10/2/19
Written for the: Here one minute, gone the next Poetry Contest
Sponsored by: Line Gauthier

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Indiana Shaw September 9, 2020 at 2:10 AM Lovely sentiments, Chris, and a most deserving win, you're a real live huggle bunny spreading the love and its meaningful consequential message . . . : )

Ronald D Thompson November 1, 2019 at 6:17 PM My word Chris you have a rare talent. Absolutely gorgeous poem. Best..Ron :)

Andrea Dietrich October 18, 2019 at 6:53 PM Excellent win for this worthy poem, Chris. Congratulations to you. Chris Green October 21, 2019 at 9:39 AM Thank you so very much Andrea.

John Hamilton October 9, 2019 at 10:12 AM Great write Chris, words to live by, glad it was recognized as a top winner in Line's contest! You are on a roll with contest wins lately! Chris Green October 9, 2019 at 10:24 AM It seems that way, huh? Well you know what they say about a blind squirrel. : )

Jeanne Mcgee October 9, 2019 at 8:17 AM Your words are wisdom personified. A perfect win with an insightful poem. Congrats Chris. Chris Green October 9, 2019 at 8:40 AM Thank you so much Jeanne.

Jan Allison October 7, 2019 at 5:13 PM Inspirational words to live by Chris, many congratulations on your win :-) hugs Jan xx Chris Green October 9, 2019 at 8:39 AM Thanks so much Jan

Heidi Sands October 7, 2019 at 4:43 PM Congratulations for your top win, my friend! :) Chris Green October 9, 2019 at 8:39 AM Thank you so much Heidi.

Maureen McGreavy Pigeon Tart October 7, 2019 at 4:28 PM A perfect penning! Congratulations on your fine top win my friend. :), xomo! Chris Green October 9, 2019 at 8:39 AM Thank you so much Maureen

Gershon Wolf October 7, 2019 at 3:55 PM Since I can't be 'back' with congrats on your first-place finish in Line's contest, as I somehow never commented on this wonderful write---perhaps I can be 'forth' in giving you three cheers for your win. Hip, hip, hurray! Take care, Chris! ~ Gershon Chris Green October 9, 2019 at 8:38 AM Anytime you stop by is fine with me my friend.

Hello There October 7, 2019 at 3:04 PM Congratulations, my friend :) Chris Green October 9, 2019 at 8:38 AM Thank you so much.

Eve Roper October 7, 2019 at 2:26 PM Fantastic write, Chris, a very well deserved win.. Hugs Eve Chris Green October 9, 2019 at 8:38 AM Thanks so very much Eve.

P.S. Awtry October 7, 2019 at 2:03 PM Enjoyed this wisdom packed verse! Congratulations! Chris Green October 9, 2019 at 8:37 AM Thank you so very much P.S.

Heather Crismond October 7, 2019 at 11:43 AM That was a fantastic write for a top win!! Congratulations :) Chris Green October 9, 2019 at 8:37 AM Thanks so very much Heather

Sandra Adams October 7, 2019 at 9:27 AM look at you shining at the top with another win...congratulations to you my friend :) hugs Chris Green October 9, 2019 at 8:37 AM Thank you again Sandy. : )

Panagiota Romios October 5, 2019 at 10:35 AM I love this, Chris! None of us know when we are leaving earth. Some get nutty and do irrational things. I see you have a good handle on life! Panagiota oxox Chris Green October 9, 2019 at 8:36 AM Thank you so much my friend.

Hello There October 4, 2019 at 10:49 PM This seemed an inspired piece ~ perfect flow and rhythm ~ meaningful and helpful message ~ loved it ~ a fav <3 Chris Green October 9, 2019 at 8:36 AM Thank you so very much my friend.

Regina Mcintosh October 4, 2019 at 10:19 PM Another amazing write. I simply adore what you write. Your words bless me always. Bless you, dear Chris... Gina Chris Green October 9, 2019 at 8:36 AM Thank you Regina. :)

Sandra Adams October 4, 2019 at 9:44 PM Love your take on the contest as well as the contents of your poem, great advice and it’s how I live my life just remember to stop and smell the roses or was it talk to the leaves...wonderfully penned poem :) Chris Green October 9, 2019 at 8:35 AM Thank you so very much my friend.

Jennifer Proxenos October 4, 2019 at 3:10 PM A wonderful poem Chris - well crafted and real! Life is short - help as much as we can and live each day as if its our last. Enjoyed every word of this write. Hugs, Jennifer. Chris Green October 4, 2019 at 3:13 PM Thank you so very much Jennifer. I am happy you liked this

Constance La France October 4, 2019 at 1:50 PM Chris your poem is beautifully penned and quite inspiring.. I remind myself often that each new dawn is a new beginning! Chris Green October 4, 2019 at 2:31 PM Thank you again my friend. It sure is, each new day is a new experience just waiting to be discovered.

Connie Marcum Wong October 4, 2019 at 1:23 PM Perfect for Line's contest my friend! Good advice. Our actions always have consequences, rather bad or good. Well done! : ) xxoo Chris Green October 4, 2019 at 1:38 PM Thank you again for all of your visits today my friend. I appreciate all of the kindness you show me.

Alexis Y. October 4, 2019 at 12:49 PM WoW! Chris, This is great for the contest theme. I found it to be encouraging and uplifting. It had good advice as well. You have penned a "winning" message. I wish you the best of luck in the contest. Enjoy the rest of your day my friend:-) Alexis Chris Green October 4, 2019 at 1:16 PM Thank you again my friend. I am so happy you stopped by today. Keep smiling Alexis.

Heidi Sands October 4, 2019 at 12:43 PM Excellent Chris! So true and inspiring. A favorite for me and a great reminder for everyone :) Chris Green October 4, 2019 at 1:15 PM Thank you so very much my friend. Your poetry is always inspiring to me

John Hamilton October 4, 2019 at 12:32 PM I haven't read the contest rules, but this rules!!! Perfect for the contest, some very good words to live by. After my cardiac arrest I appreciate each moment even more! Chris Green October 4, 2019 at 1:15 PM Thanks so much John. Funny thing is, this is one of the few I read the rules on prior to writing. : )