Wise Words To Ponder

just going  to church every week ~ does not make you a better Christian

be grateful for everything that you have ~ because many have nothing

love and respect are not something that you can buy ~you have to earn them

our world leaders and politicians ~ do not bear the scars of battle

your clock of life is ticking and does not stop ~ do not waste a second

surely it is not the end of the world ~ if your team loses a game

always accept a gift ~ don't hurt someone's feelings by refusing it

the reward for kindness is the joy you bring ~ to someone else's heart

it is inevitable that you will grow old but think young ~ stay young

the only true winners in wartime ~are the arms manufacturers

machines make life easier ~ but cannot function without your input


Written 14th March 2021
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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George Avatar
December 31, 2021 at 6:40 PM
Such gems of thought ! Cheer up Tom on this New Year.... Wish you all blessings on your way !
Cunningham Avatar
January 1, 2022 at 1:28 AM
Thank you very much Valsa, I hope your new year is one of good health and happiness. Tom
Gelok Avatar
May 29, 2021 at 8:06 PM
such wonderful words to live by...thankyou, it was penned nicely.
Cunningham Avatar
May 30, 2021 at 1:19 AM
Thank you very much Virginia, im pleased that you enjoyed them. Tom
Kulkarni Avatar
March 31, 2021 at 2:58 PM
Words of wisdom you have there Tom! Thank you for the reminders!
Cunningham Avatar
April 1, 2021 at 1:58 AM
Thank you very much Smita, im happy that you enjoyed them. Tom
Gauthier Avatar
March 30, 2021 at 12:53 PM
Congrats on your POTD with these words of wisdom, Tom ~
Cunningham Avatar
March 30, 2021 at 1:51 PM
Thank you very much Line, im happy that you enjoyed them. Tom
Romios Avatar
March 29, 2021 at 1:57 PM
Congrats on being one on the best new poems. Great job, TOM. PANGIE
Cunningham Avatar
March 30, 2021 at 1:51 PM
Thank you for your return visit Pangie. Tom
Salazar Avatar
March 24, 2021 at 6:19 AM
Wars are why it is so important to keep an open dialog with the rest of the world. Sometimes a difficult situation with differing personalities and cultures. But one God created all, and all are one under our God. We must adhere to live like flowers amongst the weeds of life and learn to bear the good fruit. I love your words. They are important.
Cunningham Avatar
March 24, 2021 at 8:01 AM
Thank you very much Michael, im happy you enjoyed them. I agree with what you say, they should always attempt dialogue first until all avenues have been explored. Tom
Krutsinger Avatar
March 22, 2021 at 12:45 PM
Great advice. "your clock of life is ticking and does not stop ~ do not waste a second" Congrats on POTD Tom
Cunningham Avatar
March 22, 2021 at 12:50 PM
Thank you very much Caren, I woke up last Sunday and these ideas were coming in my head. Tom
Proxenos Avatar
March 20, 2021 at 4:28 AM
Oh Tom, this is lovely, Congratulations my kind friend on POTD - an honor and a privilege. Blessings, Jennifer.
Cunningham Avatar
March 20, 2021 at 5:52 AM
Thank you very much for your congrats Jennifer, hope alls well with you and hope you have a lovely weekend. Tom
Kendrick Avatar
March 19, 2021 at 10:19 AM
Some great thoughts put to pen. I enjoyed reading them. We learn through living and the youth of the world usually don't take the elderly's advice. Thanks for the visit to my page. Sara
Cunningham Avatar
March 19, 2021 at 10:47 AM
Thank you very much Sara, its not until we've lived that we can give others advice especially the younger generation. Tom
Lamoureux Avatar
March 18, 2021 at 3:46 PM
Back to congratulate you on POTD! Bravo.
Cunningham Avatar
March 18, 2021 at 3:54 PM
Thank you very much for your return visit and congrats Richard. Tom
Dietrich Avatar
March 18, 2021 at 12:54 PM
I see this was a POTD. Very well deserved, Tom
Cunningham Avatar
March 18, 2021 at 1:04 PM
Thank you very much Andrea, Tom
Daniel Avatar
March 17, 2021 at 11:45 PM
Wow! Such wise monokus, Tom, enjoyed each one of them:) congratulations on POTD:)
Cunningham Avatar
March 18, 2021 at 1:39 AM
Thank you very much for your congrats Jo. Tom
Lindley Avatar
March 17, 2021 at 4:51 PM
Congratulations my friend on a truly well deserved POTD! Such truth in this exceptional piece. War is a curse that mankind too often accepts as the first way to solve a disagreement. War is dark- Peace is Light- God is Light. Mankind too often chooses darkness! A fav.... God bless,,,
Cunningham Avatar
March 18, 2021 at 1:39 AM
Thank you very much Robert, im pleased that you enjoyed them. Hope you're well Tom
Gondolf Avatar
March 17, 2021 at 4:12 PM
Wise words to ponder indeed, Tom, thanks for sharing your thoughts. Congrats on POTD. John
Cunningham Avatar
March 17, 2021 at 4:17 PM
Thank you very much John, hope you are well, Tom
Marcum Wong Avatar
March 17, 2021 at 2:50 PM
Wise and wonderful Tom. Congratulations on having your poem deserved honored with POTD my friend! Happy St. Patrick's Day! Blessings xxoo
Cunningham Avatar
March 17, 2021 at 3:45 PM
Thank you very much Connie, im happy you enjoyed them, I hope you are well, and a very happy St Patrick's day to you too. Tom
Ball Avatar
March 17, 2021 at 12:41 PM
Excellent. A well deserved POTD. Congrats. God Bless, JB
Cunningham Avatar
March 17, 2021 at 1:03 PM
Thank you very much Judy, im happy that you liked them. Tom
Trifiatis Avatar
March 17, 2021 at 8:40 AM
A gold mine of wisdom dearest Tom! Surely it deserved to be rewarded with POTD honor! Congratulations my friend!
Cunningham Avatar
March 17, 2021 at 8:44 AM
Thank you very much Demetrios, im happy that you liked them. I hope you are well. Tom
Buhagiar Avatar
March 17, 2021 at 3:07 AM
Congratulations on your POTD.
Cunningham Avatar
March 17, 2021 at 3:27 AM
Thank you again for your return visit and congrats Victor. Tom
Gilmour Avatar
March 16, 2021 at 11:18 PM
Many congratulations Tom for your wonderful POEM OF THE DAY ~ your poetic talent shines through your thought provoking Monokus! With kindest thoughts Ann xx
Cunningham Avatar
March 17, 2021 at 1:30 AM
Thank you very much Ann, I'm pleased you liked them, I hope you are well. Tom
Mcconnell Avatar
March 16, 2021 at 10:31 PM
Great pen Tom filled with wisdom and insightful thought and congratulations on the POTD! Take care and hope all is well, blessings always,Gordon
Cunningham Avatar
March 17, 2021 at 1:29 AM
Thank you very much Gordon, im happy you enjoyed them. All good here I hope you are too. Tom
Hankins Avatar
March 16, 2021 at 7:55 PM
Words of wisdom, surely. Nice work all the way around. Congratulations on your POTD.
Cunningham Avatar
March 16, 2021 at 10:02 PM
Thank you very much L. Milton, im pleased that you liked them. Tom
Ashley Avatar
March 16, 2021 at 7:46 PM
Dear Tom, your wise pen spills poetic gold and profound truth. I relished your monoku, a collection of rich and shining thoughts. Elegant eloquence! Congratulations for your worthy and well-deserved honor with POTD! Warmest wishes, my friend.. ~Susan
Cunningham Avatar
March 16, 2021 at 10:02 PM
Thank you very much Susan, im happy that you liked them. Tom
Nicole Avatar
March 16, 2021 at 5:33 PM
There is so much truth within each statement. This thought however, touches my heart so deeply. "Be grateful for everything that you have" Yes, I am thankful. Congratulations Tom, on Poem of the Day. My best to you. :) Hugs, Brandy
Cunningham Avatar
March 16, 2021 at 10:01 PM
Thank you very much for your congrats Brandy, Im happy you enjoyed them. Tom
Sands Avatar
March 16, 2021 at 2:46 PM
Excellent wise words Tom. A FAV for me. Congratulations for POTD :)
Cunningham Avatar
March 16, 2021 at 3:31 PM
Thank you very much Heidi and for the fave, im happy you enjoyed them. Hope you're well Tom
Fenn Avatar
March 16, 2021 at 1:49 PM
Hi Tom, your wise words ring so true. Well penned! Congratulations on your well-deserved POTD.
Cunningham Avatar
March 16, 2021 at 2:08 PM
Thank you very much Jennifer, im pleased that you enjoyed them. Hope you're well Tom
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