Oh, Say Can You BE ?

BE thankful for your abilities —

appreciate what you’ve got ! 

      Thankful for opportunities; 

aware of what yesterday brought.

BE thankful you can learn —

from problems you daily face.

      Put those aggravations

away in their place !

BE thankful for God’s presence —

He is always near

      Remember Scripture promises:

Trust, then do not fear. 

BE thankful for God’s promise —

for all who believe,

      anyone who prays to Him

eternal life in Heaven does receive.

BE thankful to be reminded —

blessings, when you pray,

      come to others when you care

to mention them each day.

BE happy, smart, useful, kind —

use that amazing brain you got.

       You don’t know how many more days —

  just a few or maybe a lot !  

by Elaine Hardt ©2020

It's Up to YOU -- Make a Memory

     Make a memory, do something special, 
     Leave the dust upon the shelf;
     Ignore that broom, stash the dishes,
          Take some time just for yourself.

   All too quickly time is passing, 
   Turn on your creativity;
   Find a new and different adventure
          Then seize your opportunity.

   Avoid the timid or halfhearted, 
   Plunge right in with all our zest; 
   Life is to be lived and enjoyed,
          With enthusiasm do your best.

   Each day is a gift from God,
   Be wise as you fulfill your duty; 
   Plan ahead for the essentials,
          But schedule in some beauty.

   Why sit around, moan, and complain? 
   Go ahead, design an exciting scheme; 
   Make a memory for your treasure,
          You can activate your dream !

by Elaine Hardt ©1982