Take the Time

take the time
smell the flowers
live each day 
as if it is your last

hug your loved ones
call your friends
use good china
wear your best

don’t save it all
for a special day
it may not come
then it was a waste
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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June 30, 2009 at 3:51 AM
Now isn't that the truth. Excellent. Love, Carol
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