Notes About The Poem

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.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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Crasta Avatar
June 25, 2021 at 10:23 PM
Thank you for this poem. It touched a chord in me. Exactly the advice i need.
Gauthier Avatar
May 31, 2021 at 7:54 AM
Lovely poem, Judy ~ great advice. Congrats on your POTD ~
Proxenos Avatar
May 28, 2021 at 12:49 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.
Ball Avatar
May 29, 2021 at 6:54 PM
Thank you so much my friend. God Bless, JB
Proxenos Avatar
May 28, 2021 at 12:46 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.
Darnell Sr Avatar
May 27, 2021 at 7:31 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
Kulkarni Avatar
May 27, 2021 at 12:34 PM
A little faith!!!! Very important! Wonderfully written Judy!!
Ball Avatar
May 27, 2021 at 2:39 PM
Thank you so much Smita. God Bless, JB
De Beaulieu Avatar
May 27, 2021 at 11:22 AM
Hello Judy Ball, Good advice for everyone. Enjoy your day my friend. God Bless.
De Beaulieu Avatar
May 28, 2021 at 10:58 AM
Your welcom Judy. God Bless Darlene
Ball Avatar
May 27, 2021 at 2:41 PM
Thank you so much Darlene. God Bless, JB
Poet Avatar
May 27, 2021 at 10:43 AM
A very positive and very well-penned poem, CONGRATULATIONS, on your POTD, you deserve it, with this very inspiring prose. Blessings and hugs
Ball Avatar
May 27, 2021 at 2:44 PM
Thank you so much Lasaad. God Bless, JB
Michael Avatar
May 27, 2021 at 7:36 AM
It's powerful poetry flowing through these lines...Congratulations Judy Ball on POTD.
Ball Avatar
May 27, 2021 at 8:29 AM
Thank you so much Arturo. God Bless, JB
Balasubramanian Avatar
May 27, 2021 at 4:58 AM
Congratulations on your potd. Wonderful poem, very inspiring. Take care, God bless!
Ball Avatar
May 27, 2021 at 8:32 AM
Thank you so much Rama. God Bless, JB
Jayasankar Avatar
May 26, 2021 at 11:19 PM
Wise thoughts Judy... Congrats on your POTD... God bless you... Hugs... ~ Ani
Ball Avatar
May 27, 2021 at 8:49 AM
thank you so much Ani. God Bless, JB
Buhagiar Avatar
May 26, 2021 at 11:04 PM
Congrats on your POTD. Very positive poem.
Ball Avatar
May 27, 2021 at 8:55 AM
Thank you so much . God Bless, JB
Nicole Avatar
May 26, 2021 at 7:50 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
Ball Avatar
May 27, 2021 at 8:59 AM
Brandy. God Bless, JB
May Avatar
May 26, 2021 at 6:02 PM
Love the positive message Judy, Congrats on POTD
Ball Avatar
May 27, 2021 at 9:02 AM
Thank you so much Joseph. God Bless, JB
Wolf Avatar
May 26, 2021 at 5:12 PM
Hey, hey. How about that Poem of the Day! Congrats, Judy! Joy Forever, Gershon
Ball Avatar
May 27, 2021 at 9:09 AM
Thank you so much Gershon. God Bless, JB
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May 26, 2021 at 5:03 PM
A wonderful write Judy, very good advice. Congratulations on a well deserved poem of the day award… Belle
Ball Avatar
May 27, 2021 at 9:11 AM
Thank you so much Belle. God Bless, JB
La France Avatar
May 26, 2021 at 4:30 PM
Judy, beautiful and inspiring and congratulations on receiving POEM OF THE DAY enjoy the honor, love _Constance
Ball Avatar
May 27, 2021 at 9:15 AM
Thank you so much Constance. God Bless, JB
Turner Avatar
May 26, 2021 at 10:33 AM
Congratulations Judy on POTD honors for this well deserving write of inspiration. Never too old to reach for a dream:)
Ball Avatar
May 27, 2021 at 9:19 AM
Thank you so much Daniel. God Bless, JB
Goldsmith Avatar
May 26, 2021 at 9:32 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....................
Ball Avatar
May 26, 2021 at 9:54 AM
Thank you so much Paula. God Bless, JB
Hankins Avatar
May 26, 2021 at 9:07 AM
Just stoppin' by to say CONGRATULATIONS on your POTD!
Ball Avatar
May 26, 2021 at 9:57 AM
Thank you so much my friend. God Bless, JB
Y. Avatar
May 26, 2021 at 9:00 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
Ball Avatar
May 26, 2021 at 10:02 AM
Thank you so much my friend. I always feel so honored when this happens. God Bless, JB
Rone Avatar
May 26, 2021 at 8:29 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!!!
Ball Avatar
May 26, 2021 at 10:06 AM
WoW Ken. Thank you so much for this honor. Glad you like it so much. God Bless, JB
Gentile Avatar
May 26, 2021 at 8:20 AM
An awesome write Judy, congrats on your POTD!!
Ball Avatar
May 26, 2021 at 10:11 AM
Thank you so much Mike. God Bless, JB
Merryman Avatar
May 26, 2021 at 8:00 AM
An encouraging, positive and insightful write, Judy! Congrats on your POTD! Blessings, Kim M
Ball Avatar
May 26, 2021 at 10:15 AM
Thank you so much Kim. I'm truly honored. God Bless, JB
Mcintosh Avatar
May 26, 2021 at 7:58 AM
Wow. This is a fave for sure. LOVE IT.. . Congrats on POTD too. God bless you always, Love, Gina
Ball Avatar
May 26, 2021 at 10:20 AM
Thank you so much Gina. I am truly honored. God Bless, JB
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