Judy Ball Poet Quatrain

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The way we live our every day life is what determines the way others think of us.                         What others think of you IS your reputation. It is what people say about you when you aren't there to hear it. And what PEOPLE THINK OF YOU IS WHAT THEY WILL THINK OF YOUR CHILDREN AND THE REST OF YOUR FAMILY TOO. If they don't respect you they won't respect your kids. Think about that. The way you act does not just affect YOU it affects your whole family. Try to give them something to be proud of not a reason to hang their heads when they are out in public.

Also, when your last day comes, WILL He call your name.                                                            I sure hope He calls mine.

 

The Family Name

It isn't where you come from,
Matters not where you've been.
It  isn't what your parents did,
That makes your name among men.

Your ancestors may have a name.
But what they did or not,
Has naught at all to do with you,
It's long ago forgot.

It's what you do yourself that counts.
You make your reputation.
You can make your family proud,
Or cause them denigration.

It takes time to build a name.
It starts when you are young.
It's the habits that you form,
While the song of youth is sung.

It takes less time to wreck a name,
Than it does to build it.
What you pass down to progeny,
Pride or shame, you've willed it.

Try to be the kind of person,
God intended you to be.
Live each moment with the thought,
He's watching over me.

Live each moment knowing,
Your every move He'll see,
And every word you ever speak,
Will all be heard by He,

Who sees and hears and knows all things.
Before Him we all stand.
Try to live within His will,
According to His plan;

And you will live a happy life.
You'll come through every storm.
Be obedient and kind,
And try not to conform,

To the world and wicked ways.
Drink but from The Master's cup,
So each morning when you rise,
The devil's mad you're up;

For God knows what we're all about.
This life is no mere game.
The Shepherd knows each sheep He owns.
He calls each one by name.

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Lindsay Laurie July 15, 2020 at 7:22 PM Hello Judy ... plenty of wise lines in this poem of wisdom Judy. If only all humanity abided by them - thank you Judy - Lindsay Judy Ball July 31, 2020 at 12:32 PM Thank you so much Lindsay . God Bless. JB

Joseph May July 6, 2020 at 12:21 PM You weave words of wisdom in this beautiful poem Judy, thanks for sharing, Blessings.. Judy Ball July 8, 2020 at 10:02 PM Thanks so much Joseph. God Bless, JB

Jerry T Curtis July 6, 2020 at 7:19 AM Every One is born unique, It take's this world years to make to make one mediocre ! Great piece Jan, especially the part about not conforming to what this world wants. God Bless Judy Ball July 8, 2020 at 10:08 PM Thanks bunches Jerry but it's Judy not Jan. Smiles. God Bless, JB

Gordon Mcconnell July 4, 2020 at 1:39 PM Really great piece Judy, lovely imagery throughout and super rhyme too. Trust you are well Blessings,Gordon Judy Ball July 5, 2020 at 8:17 AM Thanks bunches Gordon. God Bless, JB

Jennifer Proxenos July 4, 2020 at 10:31 AM I Love this poem and I have faved it. It is what we should be all about - building and forming our own life and reputation - choosing the right path, following Gods teachings. Have no fear ever, for he will always be near. A terrific, brilliant write Judy my friend. Blessings and hugs, Jennifer. Judy Ball July 5, 2020 at 8:09 AM Thanks bunches Jennifer. I'm honored. God Bless, JB

Anne-Lise Andresen July 3, 2020 at 9:12 AM - So true, Judy ... "It's what you do yourself that counts" ... lovely written :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Judy Ball July 3, 2020 at 4:16 PM Thanks so much Anne-Lise. God Bless, JB

Evelyn Judy Buehler July 1, 2020 at 10:52 PM Beautiful words of wisdom and inspiration in this well crafted poem, that highlights the importance of integrity and love of God. Best of wishes, Evelyn Judy Ball July 3, 2020 at 4:12 PM Thank you so much Evelyn. God Bless, JB

Demetrios Trifiatis July 1, 2020 at 8:01 AM The wisdom of life in a nutshell dearest, Judy. Inspiring and profound my friend. Hugs xxx Judy Ball July 3, 2020 at 4:10 PM Thanks bunches Demetrios. God Bless, JB

Vijay Pandit July 1, 2020 at 7:32 AM Divine words of wisdom--such a solemn feeling to read your poem, Judy! Judy Ball July 3, 2020 at 4:07 PM Thanks bunches Vijay. God Bless, JB

Harry Horsman July 1, 2020 at 3:26 AM To my Favourites...the message is loud and clear Judy Ball July 3, 2020 at 4:00 PM Thanks bunches Harry. I'm honored. God Bless, JB

Gershon Wolf June 30, 2020 at 10:34 PM Absolutely true, every word, every line! Pearls of Wisdom, Judy! ~ The Choir You're Preaching to, Gershon :) Judy Ball June 30, 2020 at 10:58 PM Thanks bunches Gershon. God Bless, JB

Darlene De Beaulieu June 30, 2020 at 6:49 PM Hello Judy Ball, something to ponder. Very nicely done. enjoy your evening my friend. Darlene De Beaulieu July 3, 2020 at 2:09 PM Hello Judy Ball, you are so welcomed. Enjoy your day my friend. Judy Ball June 30, 2020 at 8:18 PM Thanks bunches Darlene. God Bless, JB

Silent One June 30, 2020 at 3:01 PM Interesting thoughts...I think a lot depends on culture... Judy Ball June 30, 2020 at 5:01 PM Thanks bunches my friend. No matter the culture common courtesy is still important. Too many people fail to instill these values in their children. They just expect them to learn it as they grow older. That most often is not the case. God Bless, JB