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Don't let what others THINK of you hold you back from being all that you can be. It isn't what others THINK that counts, it's what YOU KNOW that makes the difference.

Take Pride In Yourself

It's easier to focus on what's gone wrong,
Than it is to see what's gone right.
But in every life there's accomplishments,
Like wisdom, gained goals and touched lives.

Celebrate all the things that you've done,
And all the things you plan to do.
Remember that from an acorn seed,
The mighty Oak tree grew.

Celebrate all that you have become,
And all that someday you'll be.
The future can hold something wonderful,
If you just have the courage to see.

Every dream has the power,
To make something great unfold.
All you need is a little faith,
To have courage and help you be bold.

Believe in yourself and the things you can do.
Believe in your talent and skill.
Believe in what God has given to you.
Believe that you can and you will.
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Date: 6/25/2021 10:23:00 PM
Thank you for this poem. It touched a chord in me. Exactly the advice i need.
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Date: 5/31/2021 7:54:00 AM
Lovely poem, Judy ~ great advice. Congrats on your POTD ~
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Date: 5/28/2021 12:49:00 PM
Judy, I love your down to earth clever poetry and that each one has a message in it. You are an amazing poetess. Be blessed. Hugs and blessings - congratulations on POTD such a wonderful honor for such a wonderful poem. Jennifer.
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Judy Ball
Date: 5/29/2021 6:54:00 PM
Thank you so much my friend. God Bless, JB
Date: 5/28/2021 12:46:00 PM
Judy, I love your down to earth clever poetry and that each one has a message in it. You are an amazing poetess. Be blessed. Hugs and blessings - congratulations on POTD such a wonderful honor for such a wonderful poem. Jennifer.
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Date: 5/27/2021 7:31:00 PM
Hi, Judy! Congrats on Poem of The Day. It's a wonderful penned write, and it made my heart smile. Thank you! Best of Wishes, William
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Date: 5/27/2021 12:34:00 PM
A little faith!!!! Very important! Wonderfully written Judy!!
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Judy Ball
Date: 5/27/2021 2:39:00 PM
Thank you so much Smita. God Bless, JB
Date: 5/27/2021 11:22:00 AM
Hello Judy Ball, Good advice for everyone. Enjoy your day my friend. God Bless.
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Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 5/28/2021 10:58:00 AM
Your welcom Judy. God Bless Darlene
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Judy Ball
Date: 5/27/2021 2:41:00 PM
Thank you so much Darlene. God Bless, JB
Date: 5/27/2021 10:43:00 AM
A very positive and very well-penned poem, CONGRATULATIONS, on your POTD, you deserve it, with this very inspiring prose. Blessings and hugs
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Judy Ball
Date: 5/27/2021 2:44:00 PM
Thank you so much Lasaad. God Bless, JB
Date: 5/27/2021 7:36:00 AM
It's powerful poetry flowing through these lines...Congratulations Judy Ball on POTD.
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Judy Ball
Date: 5/27/2021 8:29:00 AM
Thank you so much Arturo. God Bless, JB
Date: 5/27/2021 4:58:00 AM
Congratulations on your potd. Wonderful poem, very inspiring. Take care, God bless!
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Judy Ball
Date: 5/27/2021 8:32:00 AM
Thank you so much Rama. God Bless, JB
Date: 5/26/2021 11:19:00 PM
Wise thoughts Judy... Congrats on your POTD... God bless you... Hugs... ~ Ani
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Judy Ball
Date: 5/27/2021 8:49:00 AM
thank you so much Ani. God Bless, JB
Date: 5/26/2021 11:04:00 PM
Congrats on your POTD. Very positive poem.
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Judy Ball
Date: 5/27/2021 8:55:00 AM
Thank you so much . God Bless, JB
Date: 5/26/2021 7:50:00 PM
"Believe in yourself" Yes, I completely agree. The possibilities are endless, and that is a wonderful feeling. Your thoughts are so beautiful and uplifting. My heart is smiling. Congratulations Judy, on Poem of the Day. :) Brandy
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Judy Ball
Date: 5/27/2021 8:59:00 AM
Brandy. God Bless, JB
Date: 5/26/2021 6:02:00 PM
Love the positive message Judy, Congrats on POTD
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Judy Ball
Date: 5/27/2021 9:02:00 AM
Thank you so much Joseph. God Bless, JB
Date: 5/26/2021 5:12:00 PM
Hey, hey. How about that Poem of the Day! Congrats, Judy! Joy Forever, Gershon
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Judy Ball
Date: 5/27/2021 9:09:00 AM
Thank you so much Gershon. God Bless, JB
Date: 5/26/2021 5:03:00 PM
A wonderful write Judy, very good advice. Congratulations on a well deserved poem of the day award… Belle
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Judy Ball
Date: 5/27/2021 9:11:00 AM
Thank you so much Belle. God Bless, JB
Date: 5/26/2021 4:30:00 PM
Judy, beautiful and inspiring and congratulations on receiving POEM OF THE DAY enjoy the honor, love _Constance
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Judy Ball
Date: 5/27/2021 9:15:00 AM
Thank you so much Constance. God Bless, JB
Date: 5/26/2021 10:33:00 AM
Congratulations Judy on POTD honors for this well deserving write of inspiration. Never too old to reach for a dream:)
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Judy Ball
Date: 5/27/2021 9:19:00 AM
Thank you so much Daniel. God Bless, JB
Date: 5/26/2021 9:32:00 AM
Congratulations on your POTD win. A wonderful write. Love your line, "Believe in what God has given to you." So True. Have a blessed day....................
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Judy Ball
Date: 5/26/2021 9:54:00 AM
Thank you so much Paula. God Bless, JB
Date: 5/26/2021 9:07:00 AM
Just stoppin' by to say CONGRATULATIONS on your POTD!
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Judy Ball
Date: 5/26/2021 9:57:00 AM
Thank you so much my friend. God Bless, JB
Date: 5/26/2021 9:00:00 AM
Hi Judy, I am so elated that you got such an honor with this positive write. Congratulations on getting the poem of the day. It was well deserved. Have a great day:-)Alexis
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Judy Ball
Date: 5/26/2021 10:02:00 AM
Thank you so much my friend. I always feel so honored when this happens. God Bless, JB
Date: 5/26/2021 8:29:00 AM
It is so easy to forget these blessings Judy. Thank you for the reminder. I am printing it out as I write this and will post it near by my work station. Thank you!!!
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Judy Ball
Date: 5/26/2021 10:06:00 AM
WoW Ken. Thank you so much for this honor. Glad you like it so much. God Bless, JB
Date: 5/26/2021 8:20:00 AM
An awesome write Judy, congrats on your POTD!!
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Judy Ball
Date: 5/26/2021 10:11:00 AM
Thank you so much Mike. God Bless, JB
Date: 5/26/2021 8:00:00 AM
An encouraging, positive and insightful write, Judy! Congrats on your POTD! Blessings, Kim M
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Judy Ball
Date: 5/26/2021 10:15:00 AM
Thank you so much Kim. I'm truly honored. God Bless, JB
Date: 5/26/2021 7:58:00 AM
Wow. This is a fave for sure. LOVE IT.. . Congrats on POTD too. God bless you always, Love, Gina
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Judy Ball
Date: 5/26/2021 10:20:00 AM
Thank you so much Gina. I am truly honored. God Bless, JB
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