Why do you think “What may have been?”
when plainly it was not?
Be happy with what’s done and seen,
give thanks for what you’ve got.
You’re richer far than many folk,
and healthier than a few.
Why try to fix what is not broke,
be thankful that you’re you!
Sound advice sir. And it rhymes!
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We should be, shouldn’t we?
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Indeed it’s true, and I thank you. For the reminder.
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Duly noted. I always look back and wonder what may have been. Totally futile!
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A good sentiment to start the year!
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Wise words indeed Peter :O) xx
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It’s far more fun looking forward. Wise words Peter.
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This wise rhyme was certainly written for me.
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This is awesome! Great advice in a nice poem
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Thank you Lynn.
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This is lovely Peter and so true! Thanks for sharing! I am a Creative Life Coach and have a poetry blog in case you have time to read? http://www.peacockpoetryblog.wordpress.com and I am also on Instagram as #coachingcreatively, let’s follow each other if you use this medium? Have a good day? Sam 🙂
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