poetry and thoughts

You never can tell what type of impact you may make on another's life by your actions or lack of action.

Consider this fact in your venture through this life's journey.

~The Best Day of My Life~

Today, when I awoke, I suddenly realized that this is the best day of my life, ever! There were times when I wondered if I would make it to today; but I did! And because I did I'm going to celebrate! Today.

I'm going to celebrate what an unbelievable life I have had so far:

the accomplishments, the many blessings, and, yes, even the hardships

because they have served to make me stronger.

I will go through this day with my head held high,

and a happy heart. I will marvel at God's seemingly simple gifts:

the morning dew, the sun, the clouds, the trees, the flowers, the birds.

Today, none of these miraculous creations will escape my notice.

Today, I will share my excitement for life with other people.

I'll make someone smile. I'll go out of my way to perform

an unexpected act of kindness for someone I don't even know.

Today, I'll give a sincere compliment to someone who seems down.

I'll tell a child how special he is, and I'll tell someone I love...

just how deeply I care for her and how much she means to me.

Today is the day I quit worrying about what I don't have

and start being grateful for all the wonderful things God has already given me.

I'll remember that to worry is just a waste of time because my faith in God

and his Divine Plan ensures everything will be just fine.

And tonight, before I go to bed,

I'll go outside and raise my eyes to the heavens.

I will stand in awe at the beauty of the stars and the moon,

and I will praise God for these magnificent treasures.

As the day ends and I lay my head down on my pillow,

I will thank the Almighty for the best day of my life.

And I will sleep the sleep of a contented child,

excited with expectation because I know tomorrow

is going to be the best day of my life, ever!

~By Gregory M. Lousig-Nont, Ph.D.~

from Chicken Soup for the Surviving Soul

Patty Aubery & Nancy Mitchell, R.N.

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