"TODAY"

I will rise and see how the day goes,
See if it rains or the wind blows.
I will try to rekindle my dreams.
The shadow may not be as dark as it seems.

Whatever the weather, I will not complain,
Because there is really nothing to gain.
I eat my vegetables and my fruit, and drink my milk,
But I do not wear wool, satin or silk.

I may get busy and do some work,
Of only do dishes or iron a shirt.
I may go out and help someone,
It will make me feel better in the long run.

I am thankful that today I am healthy,
I do not need to be famous or wealthy.
I'm thankful that I have a roof over my head,
And a good bed to sleep in at night.

On Sunday morning I can hear the choir singing.
It means a lot to me.
We should be happy as long as we can see,
We may not have much time to waste,

Lots of things cannot be replaced.

~Lorene Ellington~
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