THANK-YOU FOR TODAY

How I long for every day
Be it happy, sad, or same,
Full of worries, if I may,
To remind you 
Of a thank-you,
 You must say.	
How I long for every day,
Health, I could complain
But choose not to
If okay.
Keep your loved ones
Close,
I propose,
It’s one huge gain.
I love life, for every day
Is a gift.
Enjoy the power,
Of every precious hour.
Own today,
In your own special way,
Make it glow,
Should you feel 
The need to cry,
For a loved did die,
Let your tears flow
Remember though to
Say thank-you,
For this given day.


I fell and 
Broke a bone,
The pain intense,
A stranger passed
And helped me up,
With a gentle hand,
And a face so kind,
It blew my mind,
For then
I had no pain, 
I was about to thank
Him but he had gone,
How could I 
Ever feel alone,
A wonderful family,
And a warm cozy home,
And a stranger,
Who healed me,
Could it be………………
So silently I
Counted my blessings.
Remember to always say
Thank-you Lord, for today.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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George Avatar
February 8, 2026 at 7:34 PM
Dear Jenny, this is exactly how I feel and how I work, thanking my Lord for each blessing he sends on my way. I too am grateful for each dawning day. At times life is hard, but hope a better tomorrow awaits. Your highly inspirational poem has strengthened me. Thanks a lot.
Babcock Avatar
February 1, 2026 at 10:05 AM
Yes thank you Lord for each and every day. We do not realize how very lucky we are. Love your words in this poem. love phyl
Rodrigues Avatar
January 24, 2026 at 12:53 PM
Yes, thank you Lord! Amen!
Dietrich Avatar
January 22, 2026 at 11:07 AM
So filled with gratitude this poem is
Wolf Avatar
January 7, 2026 at 8:02 PM
Absolutely! Thank you, Jennifer, for this always timely reminder. TYSM, gw
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January 7, 2026 at 7:14 PM
That was an angel who came to your aid Jennifer, sent from the one above who never ceases to watch over us. A lovely poem, enjoyed the read… Love and hugs, Beryl
Zahid Avatar
January 7, 2026 at 11:58 AM
Hey, Jen dear how are you doing now?? I hope you are OK?
Kendrick Avatar
January 7, 2026 at 6:38 AM
Yes, each day is a blessing from God, and we should say thank you. I enjoyed reading this one, Jennifer. Very expressive and emotive. Your visit was uplifting. Sara K
Proxenos Avatar
January 7, 2026 at 8:06 AM
thank-you for a lovely comment Sara, i do wish I could work with my passion which is poetry a lot more but my loyalties have to be divided because of our business, which is still thriving even though we are retired - I so enjoy your down to earth uncomplicated poetry - write on dear friend. Hugs and love JENNIFER.
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January 6, 2026 at 12:42 PM
What a creative write you have here. Love It. Great from the first line to the last line. Thank You are just 2 little words but worth their weight in gold. People should say, Thank You more to God and to people. "Good Luck" if for a contest. Have a Blessed Day Writing Away..................
Proxenos Avatar
January 7, 2026 at 8:18 AM
Paula hi my dear friend - always loyal and up to date with your replies. I will visit you soon as your poems seem to have an absolute calming effect on me. GOOD LUCK WITH THE ANTHOLOGY - I don't know if I chose on it correctly this time - I value your opinion - can i tell you the titles of the poems on soupmail and would you mind reading them and give me your honest opinion. LOTS OF HUGS Jennifer.
Cunningham Avatar
January 6, 2026 at 10:01 AM
We have so much to be grateful for Jennifer, Hope you're keeping well. Happy New Year to you. Tom
Cunningham Avatar
January 7, 2026 at 9:49 AM
Late 2017 Jennifer.
Proxenos Avatar
January 7, 2026 at 8:28 AM
TOM, how long have we know each other - i joined Poetry Soup in 2018, I think you were more or less close or in that year - that is a long friendship which I value and am proud of. Thank You. Tx. for the comment my friend. Hugs, Jennifer.
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