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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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Date: 11/23/2023 7:48:00 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.
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Deb M
Date: 11/25/2023 6:14:00 AM
Thankyou sweet Valsa…lovely to see you! You havent been posting as regularly l've noticed…hope alls well with you..llDebx
Date: 11/22/2023 4:33:00 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.”
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Date: 11/25/2023 6:12:00 AM
Academically educated No….emotionally and matters of heart perhaps! Ha…..your comments always bring a smile my friend! Debx
Date: 11/21/2023 3:54:00 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
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Deb M
Date: 11/25/2023 6:09:00 AM
Thankyou Judy for such a nice comment! Debx
Date: 11/21/2023 3:01:00 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
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Deb M
Date: 11/25/2023 6:08:00 AM
A fav Bill well thats very special….lovely to see you! Debx
Date: 11/21/2023 2:02:00 PM
All valuable lessons for sure. Unfortunately, lessons that most people will ignore. Thanks for this one Deb. The world needs it.
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Deb M
Date: 11/25/2023 6:07:00 AM
Thanks Jerry….always appreciate your thoughts…..Debx
Date: 11/21/2023 1:26:00 PM
We all have a lot to learn and always will. Retaining that knowledge can be a problem. Great rhyme, Deb XX
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Date: 11/25/2023 6:04:00 AM
Thanks Shirley! Debx
Date: 11/21/2023 11:35:00 AM
All good lessons, YL. Plus many more, I'm sure. Those who aren't learning, aren't loving. Nice to read you today. Happy Holidays!
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Daniel Turner
Date: 11/21/2023 12:21:00 PM
Yes, Thanksgiving is a major holiday here. This year if you work its a 4 day weekend, for most. Nov 23rd is Thanksgiving.
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Deb M
Date: 11/21/2023 12:17:00 PM
Hello there Mr… yes always room, time and need to learn more in life! Do you have holidays for thanksgiving? A day or something? Thanks Daniel….Debx
Date: 11/21/2023 8:29:00 AM
Life has a new lesson everyday... Great poem about things you've experienced..
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Date: 11/21/2023 12:08:00 PM
Thanks so much SO!! Debx

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