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-Life Lessons

Reflecting on my life
A lifetime of lessons learnt along the way
Some harder than others
Still learning to this day

I have learnt the importance of kindness
The power it truly holds
Just a small act of kindness
Positive changes will enfold

I have learnt the importance of loved ones
The true meaning of loving unconditionally
To cherish the ones who surround me
Enjoying time together making special memories

I have learnt the importance of using my voice
To share my positive thoughts
Never keeping the positives silent
Life is here then gone and “Yes …..way too short”

I have learnt the importance of not  “stressing the small stuff”
As its significance in the big picture is nil
Only concerning myself with matters that warrant worry
As worry and stress can make you ill…..or worse kill !

I have learnt the importance of humility
Honesty, integrity, respect, worth
Applying them as best l can
While l walk this precious earth

I have learnt the importance of differences
Of acceptance and equality
Try to not to judge or criticise
To the best of my ability

I have learnt the importance of gratitude
To appreciate life and all it beholds
To savour precious moments and times
Life goes by so fast and before you know it you are old!

I have learnt what is most important “to me”
What “ I” value most on earth
For me “It is loving others and being loved”
Being happy and appreciating life’s worth

Life is definitely an ongoing work in progress
Life lessons are not always easy to maintain
We often face hurdles and hardships 
Where we use learnt lessons and begin to learn new ones again!

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Valsa George

November 23, 2023 at 7:48 PM

This poem is indeed so lovely and worthy to be read. All these life lessons you have learnt, I too am learning ! This poem will surely serve a guideline for everyone. Life is too short to idle away in laziness and negativity. "Life goes by so fast and before you know it you are old!" How true! Have a great weekend Deb.

Deb M

November 25, 2023 at 6:14 AM

Thankyou sweet Valsa…lovely to see you! You havent been posting as regularly l've noticed…hope alls well with you..llDebx

Terry Flood

November 22, 2023 at 4:33 PM

You are without doubt a most educated lady, Deb. Your lessons in life are both well observed and well written. Me….? I’m still on “Thou must be kind to the half blind idiot in the other vehicle.”

Deb M

November 25, 2023 at 6:12 AM

Academically educated No….emotionally and matters of heart perhaps! Ha…..your comments always bring a smile my friend! Debx

Judy Ball

November 21, 2023 at 3:54 PM

Oh so very true my friend. I always like to say that Life is not always fair and not always fun but it is always an experience. It's what you decide to LEARN from that experience that matters. Good job here Deb. God Bless, JB

Deb M

November 25, 2023 at 6:09 AM

Thankyou Judy for such a nice comment! Debx

Bill Baker

November 21, 2023 at 3:01 PM

A FAV for my list, Deb. You've cover many of the most important things in life, my friend. Have a Happy Thanksgiving! This is POTD type poetry in my book. :-) Big Hugs, Bill

Deb M

November 25, 2023 at 6:08 AM

A fav Bill well thats very special….lovely to see you! Debx