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'potential'

You can act like the world owe you everything Or you can go out there Take a deep breath And create your own magic Even sharing your smile is a catalyst When you don’t feel your worth Remember potential are packaged in different forms Step away from wanting to be what others think you should be And just be you Your worth and your potential is not determined by strangers It starts within ©145013032015

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Bawa Talwar

Date: 4/9/2017 8:39:00 AM

Simply true.potential lies within you don't let others direct or dictate. Its nice one.

Maurice Yvonne

Date: 3/28/2015 6:45:00 PM

How you perceive yourself makes all the difference in the world. A great write, a great read thank you!

James Peranteau

Date: 3/16/2015 11:57:00 PM

You get an 'A' for this esay dear poet ! Or should I just call it what it is....Perfectly understood philosophy ! Have a blessed week Wilma.....much love, james

Kelly Deschler

Date: 3/15/2015 2:41:00 PM

You're absolutely right! Only we can determine where our future goes from here... A wonderful and very inspiring poem, Wilma!

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 3/14/2015 12:38:00 PM

Wow, Wilma! So many young people do seem to feel the world owes them everything. You, however, have always been able to "create your own magic." Smiles are catalysts that elevate our moods. What a powerful message! Love you, Carolyn

Rhonda Johnson-Saunders

Date: 3/14/2015 2:51:00 AM

Great advice. I've been doing some soul searching lately, and I'm thinking about going back to school part-time, but I know I'm going to get resistance because of my age and my kids. I don't want others to measure my own potential...wise words as always, Wilma! Hugs, Rhonda

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 3/13/2015 9:30:00 PM

Wisdom again in your pen, Wilma. Love to see you here!!

Joe Maverick

Date: 3/13/2015 3:04:00 PM

Wilma this Is a great write..'

Jan Allison

Date: 3/13/2015 11:43:00 AM

such wonderful wise words Wilma - a 7 from me:-) Hugs jan xx Step away from wanting to be what others think you should be And just be you Your worth and your potential is not determined by strangers It starts within - oh so true!