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It's not as good as it gets

Some people wish for more life
with their last dying breath
Others hate what they’ve got
and they just wait for their death

Imagine what you could do,
without the fear or regrets
Please stop wasting your time 
it’s not as good as it gets

There are too many souls
void of the light of day
They just dwell in the dark
it shouldn’t be that way

Place your trust in the lord
he has paid all your debts
Please start living your life
it’s not as good as it gets

We will all have that day 
when the sun grows dim
Put aside all your fears 
and place your trust in him

When your last moment comes
I pray you have no regrets
Raise your head up and smile 
it’s not as good as it gets

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Bj Legros Kelley

Date: 2/28/2024 5:47:00 PM

Mark, this is wonderful. A fave for me. I absolutely love it.

Jan Allison

Date: 2/10/2024 2:57:00 AM

Mark there is one thing money cant buy and that is our health. there is such a huge difference between the rich and poor - many multi millionaires over on our Island - but are they happy - no they just want more and more whereas your average man on the street is less materially wealth yet cherishing everything they have worked for. hugs Jan xx

Mark Koplin
Date: 2/10/2024 5:51:00 AM

Health and happiness are hard to come by these days unfortunately. My circle is small, but my friends are the best people I have ever met! I am blessed and thankful, so that makes me happy!

Lin Lane

Date: 2/9/2024 7:40:00 AM

For some, the more they have, the more they want... not need. For others, gloom gives way to depression, but they fail to see the light of day. Our debts were paid by the Lord... love that thought, Mark.

Jan Allison
Date: 2/10/2024 3:05:00 AM

well said Lin, makes me think of my ex sister hasnt worked in well over 30 years (except illegally as a cleaner) lol i always think of the line from a streisand song 'i dont want much.. i just want more.

Mark Koplin
Date: 2/9/2024 5:08:00 PM

Some people can be very wealthy and still hate their lives, others pretend and then there are those who figure it out. Thanks Lin!!