Michael Degenhardt Poet Quatrain

What If Today Was the Day?

The common man worries 
of money, health and fare.
But, to be very honest
there is no compare
to the worries of those 
who everyday pray
for the welfare of others,
not themselves, on that day.

So, ask of yourself,
“Will I be one saved?”
Not worrying for others
shows the road that’s unpaved.
Instead, give unto others,
because that’s the only way
to make it Heaven, if you ask,
“What if Today was the Day?

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Vince Suzadail Jr. July 23, 2008 at 9:32 AM It's easy to forget what is important. Things seem to fall in place when we put ourselves last. Good write. Vince

James Foulk July 20, 2008 at 2:33 PM it is better to have one true friend than a million dollars, you can always lose the money, but a true friend is yours for life. a very well wrote piece of poetry. thank you for reading my poem dreams we had and for your comment.

Amour Krezha Cordova July 14, 2008 at 11:29 PM tnx... so true.. materials are not important in our life... it is love that we share with other people.

Phyllis Babcock July 14, 2008 at 9:41 PM This is so true. What if today was the day. It would not be about the money and what we have. It will be about what we have done for others and given from our hearts. Beautiful write. God Bless Phyl

Anne Christine July 14, 2008 at 11:42 AM I like you heart. Pure and good. I would think Jesus smiled when you wrote this. Anne-Marie Christine

P Sheart July 14, 2008 at 8:57 AM Hi Michael One doesn't get love unless they give love. Excellent write! So real and so true! A beautiful message....I feel so very blessed by counting my blessings everyday.Very well written. Love Light Truth Patricia

Michael Jordan July 14, 2008 at 7:46 AM Wonderful message Michael - you are a blessing to read - stay strong

Charles Fuller July 14, 2008 at 7:40 AM This really makes you think...I live my life the best I can so...if it is today I have no fear at all. I love poems that really make the reader think and contemplate. This certainly does that. My best to you, Charlie

Sharon Winter July 14, 2008 at 7:15 AM Personally, my reward already lies here on earth, when I do reach out to help others. Anything else is just the icing on the cake. An important message in this wonderful write. Love, Shar