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You Reap What You Sow

Sometimes things just don't turn out.
Sometimes things don't fit.
Just the way you hoped they would,
But don't get in a snit.

Try to make the best of things,
Just the way they are.
It may not be just perfect,
But for sure it's up to par.

You worked so hard, you did your best,
Left nothing up to chance;
But don't judge the day by what you reaped,
But by the seeds you plant.

If you plant smiles instead of frowns,
You're sure to get back cherries.
Plant some hugs and kisses,
And you'll get a bowl of berries;

But stomp and snort, plant anger,
Discord and irritation,
And you'll get back no sweets my friend,
Because you plant vexation.

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Jennifer Proxenos Date: 1/19/2022 10:42:00 AM I often wonder, are people born nasty, indifferent, otherwise a couldn't care less attitude of what happens to anyone, sarcastic, manipulative i could mention more, Can't they just be nice to others, that is all I would ever ask of anyone, and loyalty, so very important. blessings and hugs, sound advise Judy. Jennifer. Login to Reply Judy Ball Date: 1/19/2022 1:12:00 PM I think it was the Apostle Paul who said:" No man is good. No not one. Save Christ within us." We all have our demons that we fight. Something that separates us from God. Only through Christ will we be saved. Thanks bunches Jennifer. God Bless, JB

Bill Baker Date: 1/17/2022 11:03:00 PM Amen, Judy. "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you." Well written rhyme poem. Great final verse! Have a great week! Bill Login to Reply Judy Ball Date: 1/19/2022 1:05:00 PM Thanks so much Bill. God Bless, JB

Victor Buhagiar Date: 1/17/2022 9:43:00 AM To do a job properly you must have the right attitude. Great poem. Login to Reply Judy Ball Date: 1/17/2022 2:20:00 PM Thank you so much Victor. Ain't it the truth. God Bless, JB

Alexis Y. Date: 1/17/2022 8:19:00 AM WoW! Judy, This is well written poem with great advice. I especially liked the fourth stanza. Well done. Have a nice day-Alexis Login to Reply Judy Ball Date: 1/17/2022 8:56:00 AM Thank you so much Alexis. God Bless, JB

Deb M Date: 1/17/2022 7:36:00 AM Great message and great poem Judy! Debx Login to Reply Judy Ball Date: 1/17/2022 8:47:00 AM Thank you so much Deb. God Bless, JB

Kim Merryman Date: 1/17/2022 7:16:00 AM An excellent message, Judy! So needed today. I have a poem by the same name written years ago. Blessings, Kim M Login to Reply Judy Ball Date: 1/17/2022 8:45:00 AM Thank you so much Kim. God Bless. JB

Sotto Poet Date: 1/17/2022 7:16:00 AM But don't judge the day by what you reaped, But by the seeds you plant. Such a wonderful poem, Judy, You hit the jackpot with this fantastic and well-written poem. Your excellent wording and great metaphors shed more enchantment on this exquisite poem, Judy. Login to Reply Judy Ball Date: 1/17/2022 8:41:00 AM Thank you so much Lasaad. I'm honored by your kind words. God Bless, JB

Tom Cunningham Date: 1/17/2022 7:15:00 AM A verse of wisdom Judy, you reap what you sow. Hope you're well. Tom Login to Reply Judy Ball Date: 1/17/2022 8:38:00 AM Thank you so much Tom. God Bless, JB

Sand Blown Date: 1/17/2022 7:05:00 AM ....nice write....my goodness; how many "times" have i r(ea)ipped what i'd sewn... ...well....there were....buttons n'socks, belt loops n' boots.....it was all...sew and sews fault.......stans sand Login to Reply Judy Ball Date: 1/17/2022 8:35:00 AM Thank you so much Stan. God bless, JB