Judy Ball Poet Free verse

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FOR GOD SO LOVED THE WORLD THAT HE GAVE HIS ONLY BEGOTTEN SON, THAT WHOSOEVER BELIEVETH ON HIM, SHALL NOT PERISH, BUT HAVE EVERLASTING LIFE.

                                                                                                                       John 3:16

                                                (and I'm thankful for that)

Things I'M Thankful For

I wasn't born with a silver spoon in my mouth.
I'm thankful for that.
I know the value of a dollar.

Everything I have I've had to earn myself.
I'm thankful for that.
I have a reason to hold my head up and be proud of my accomplishments.

I was born, raised and live in a free society.
I'm thankful for that.
I take for granted freedoms others only dream of.

I was raised to be charitable and to help others.
I'm thankful for that.
Otherwise I might look down on those less fortunate than myself.

I was taught not to be cruel and uncaring.
I'm thankful for that.
I could have become a very unkind person.

I am not wealthy. I work hard for everything I have.
I'm thankful that I can.
I'm thankful for good health, my job, my home, my car and all that I call mine.

I was raised to know there is a Creator and that He loves me and wants me to know Him. He already knows me. 
And I'm Thankful For That.

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Jennifer Proxenos October 18, 2020 at 12:58 PM Hi Judy, It is good and feels good when you feel you have achieved things on your own - merely the thought of having done this is blissfully gratifying. I know the feeling, although my parents spoiled me, (I was an only child) I am not spoiled, and help if I can and do good where I can. Beautiful write Judy, God Bless. Hugs, Jennifer. Jennifer. Judy Ball October 18, 2020 at 4:54 PM Thanks so much Jennifer. God Bless, JB

Gordon Mcconnell October 16, 2020 at 1:46 PM Great uplifting piece Judy, indeed so much to be thankful for. You bring out such valuable lessons on basic things of life, much to make us ponder. Have blessed weekend,Gordon Judy Ball October 16, 2020 at 6:31 PM Thank you so much Gordon. God Bless, JB

Silent One October 12, 2020 at 8:32 AM It is always good to be thankful and i am thankful for a lot of things you are... Judy Ball October 12, 2020 at 9:28 PM Thanks so much Silent One. I'm thankful for friend like you. God Bless, JB

Victor Buhagiar October 12, 2020 at 6:55 AM We all have much to be thankful for. I agree with all you points. And surely God knows all of us individually. May we always please him. ~~ Judy Ball October 12, 2020 at 9:50 PM Thanks so much Victor. I do so agree. God Bless and Happy Thanksgiving JB

Paul Callus October 12, 2020 at 2:06 AM This is very lovely and uplifting, Judy. We have so many 'gifts' which we need be thankful for! ~ Warm regards // paul Judy Ball October 12, 2020 at 10:10 PM Thanks so much Paul. God Bless and Happy Thanksgiving. JB

Gershon Wolf October 11, 2020 at 7:57 PM Enjoyed your catalogue of thanks... And I'm thankful to be able to read your fine poems, my friend. ~ With gratitude, Gershon Gershon Wolf October 17, 2020 at 6:23 PM Thank you for your kind wishes, Judy... It's the Jewish New Year 5781 which just started, and we observe Thanksgiving every day. (Really). :) gw Judy Ball October 12, 2020 at 10:23 PM Thank you so much Gershon. I'm thankful for friends like you. God Bless and Happy Thanksgiving and Jewish New Year. (or is it Jewish New Year and Thanksgiving) JB

Regina Mcintosh October 11, 2020 at 5:09 PM I'm so thankful for so much, too... and I'm thankful for that!!! Love your poem, dear friend. God bless you Judy Ball October 11, 2020 at 5:25 PM Thank you so much Regina. God Bless, JB

Vijay Pandit October 11, 2020 at 2:41 PM Such divine sentiments you express Judy..a serene poem you wrote. Happy Birthday in advance! Stay safe and well my friend. Judy Ball October 11, 2020 at 4:29 PM Thanks so much Vijay. God Bless, JB

Andrea Dietrich October 11, 2020 at 1:44 PM I feel the same as you . I could stand to be more charitable. I am always so busy with life, but i share all these same feelings of thankfulness. FAVE Judy Ball October 11, 2020 at 4:36 PM Thanks so much Andrea. Glad you like it. God Bless, JB

Anne-Lise Andresen October 11, 2020 at 12:25 PM - It sounds like you're describing me ... :) ... a lovely poem, Judy :) - We have a lot to be thankful for :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Judy Ball October 11, 2020 at 4:42 PM Thanks so much Anne-Lise, God Bless, JB