Sara Kendrick Poet Rhyme

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The Out Of Order Sign

I made two out of order signs
Fastened them together
Hung over my shoulders one day
Sunny was the weather

I took a book I had started to read
And sat down in the shade
It was a day for rest for me
I wouldn't use a spade

My kitchen had closed on the door
Cooking was not happening
This was a day of vacation
Don't call it slackening

Women of America use some sense
Take a day for yourself
Rest, read, take a small nap
Put your work on a shelf

Add a day now and then to rest
It will do a wonder
For your mind, body and spirit
So you won't go under   

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sara Etgen-Baker March 6, 2026 at 5:53 PM great advice, Sara K. Sometimes I neglect myself and don't take time for myself. thanks for the reminder, hugs, SAra Sara Kendrick March 7, 2026 at 4:38 AM Yes, we all need some me, myself and I time. Sara K

Linda Alice Fowler March 5, 2026 at 8:53 AM Oh Sara. You must know that International Women's Day is March 8th!! "Take a day for yourself." Brilliant! :) Linda Alice Fowler March 5, 2026 at 11:07 AM Yes Sara. I saw your contest and came to read your example. Thanks so much! Sara Kendrick March 5, 2026 at 10:48 AM No, Linda Alice, I did not know about the day. I have a contest going and that is one of the topics or themes offered as a suggestion for the people who chose to enter to use. I have had some nice entries. I hope you have entered. Sara K

Jennifer Proxenos February 28, 2026 at 9:25 AM This could be me you are writing about I work nearly 24/7 and my friends try to tell me take a break but nought do I hear. Perhaps I need this poem so well done, I will take note and hope that others will as well. Hugs and love to you Sahra Jennifer. Sara Kendrick February 28, 2026 at 10:13 AM Yes, Jennifer, we all need to take a day's break at least once a month and a vacation every year. It will help your body relax, heal and restore in all areas of your soul. I appreciate the kind review. Sara K

David Crandall February 27, 2026 at 8:33 PM Excellent advice, eloquently given! Sara Kendrick February 28, 2026 at 5:51 AM Why, thank you, David. I appreciate your nice comment and its uplifting spirit. Sara K

Paula Goldsmith February 26, 2026 at 10:33 AM I love this great write/picture. We need a day off from time to time. Great last line. "Good Luck" I also did this contest. Have a very blessed day writing away............ Sara Kendrick February 26, 2026 at 4:42 PM I see you agree with me, Paula, that we need a day off from time to time. I appreciate the blessed day because I always need extra blessings. Sara K

Daniel Henry Rodgers February 26, 2026 at 7:54 AM Dear Sara, feels like a deep relaxing breath. I love how you turn a simple “out of order” sign into a whole philosophy of self-care, practical, honest, and spoken with the authority of someone who’s lived it. A lovely reminder to rest without guilt. Amen!! Blessings, Sara Daniel Sara Kendrick February 26, 2026 at 8:15 AM Thanks for the blessings, Daniel, because I need all I can get. Your visit is uplifting this morning. Sara k

Valsa George February 26, 2026 at 6:03 AM Great advice, Sara. Everyone needs a timeout, especially housewives who do the routine task of cooking and cleaning the house. Enjoyed your poem. Sara Kendrick February 26, 2026 at 7:29 AM Yes, Valsa, routine chores can be a negative for healthy living. I am not able to do much anymore, but I do a little everyday mostly now. Things are piling up that need to be done though. Sara K