Sage Advice

A wise old man once said to me
Be careful how you spend your days
Care not that riches pass you by
Discard all thoughts of wicked ways.
Ere long, your walk in life will cease;
Find happiness in inner peace.

08.07.21


Bite size poem no. 11 contest - Line Gautier
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Goldsmith Avatar
July 13, 2021 at 12:59 PM
Congratulations on your win. A "Lovely" write with some great advice. Enjoy your win with blessings.............
Mcintosh Avatar
July 12, 2021 at 3:59 AM
Wonderful write. Brilliant words and advice. Congrats on your top win and God bless you always, Love, Gina
Agustin Avatar
July 12, 2021 at 1:45 AM
Wow! Congrats! Thanks for sharing this wisdom, poetically well-expressed. God bless you.
Balasubramanian Avatar
July 11, 2021 at 9:59 PM
Back again with congrats on your well deserved win
Hankins Avatar
July 11, 2021 at 9:14 PM
Extremely wise, well-done winner in Line's contest. Super job!
Laurie Avatar
July 8, 2021 at 5:20 PM
Hello Wendy … sagely indeed. It’s the times when we have inner peace that relaxes us - good advice Wendy - Lindsay
Leffanta Avatar
July 8, 2021 at 12:06 PM
Well done! Did you know Native Americans use sage smoke to purify the air and convey their prayers?
Allison Avatar
July 8, 2021 at 11:52 AM
wise words indeed Wendy:-) hugs Jan xx
Balasubramanian Avatar
July 8, 2021 at 11:42 AM
Wise words indeed, worth practicing.
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