Uncertain

Tomorrow is uncertain,
So celebrate today.
The possibilities await,
Like pastries on display.

So choose the one with most appeal
And take a giant bite;
Perhaps its pure deliciousness
Will whet your appetite.

For life is unpredictable
So while we’re here, indulge.
The future holds a question mark
That no one will divulge.

We cannot know from day to day
If we’ll be stressed or thrilled,
But if our choices satiate,
At least we’ll feel fulfilled.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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Britt Avatar
June 20, 2012 at 2:57 PM
THANK YOU for not perpetuating the fantasy that there will be better days. It is NOT certain that there will be another day so we must ALWAYS enjoy our present <3
Andresen Avatar
June 12, 2012 at 11:55 AM
Always a pleasure to read your poem Ilene, and this one...very true indeed - oxox love Anne-Lise
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