A Path I've Chosen
I’m grateful for what I have, as little as it may be,
Given there are many who are so much worse off than me.
Therefore, I look after what I have, acting prudently,
And don’t take things for granted, lest they be removed from me.
I keep my home tidy, and display things presentably,
For though the house’s rented, how things appear, reflects on me.
I take pride in the section, mow the lawns, pull weeds, prune trees,
So that a pleasing environment each passer-by sees.
And I repair what I break, acting appropriately,
’Though I seldom need to, as I treat things respectfully.
I deal with all my rubbish, and recycle thoughtfully,
Lest I affect others, or our planet, negatively.
In fact, all I possess, I treat with the greatest of care,
Thus, I wash and wax my car, ensure it’s in good repair.
Letting things deteriorate might suggest I don’t care,
And I — negligent, ungrateful and lazy — might appear.
But why foul my own nest, irritate neighbours, look a scruff?
No, I’d rather act refined, sophisticated, not rough.
Hence, you won’t catch me cussing, nor dressing like a hobo,
But rather, holding my head aloft, as I’m a window.
Yes, a window through which things are revealed about me,
Hopefully things that reveal what’s best in humanity.
A window without curtains, for curtains there needn’t be,
If ones life is lived honourably and transparently.
Yes, I’m grateful for what I have, I just focus on what I need,
And need wise — a little more help would ease — I must concede.
But it’s “No” to discontent, and I won’t succumb to greed,
For both lead to misery, or one’s happiness impede.
By Lance Landall
Seize The Day
Yes, death is very certain and can catch one by surprise,
So, seize the day, when from your fitful slumber you arise.
Make the most of every moment, each opportunity,
Not dwelling on what might have been, but rather, what could be.
Wisely waste no time on hate, for such devours from within,
And put the past behind you so a new life can begin.
Tap into the positive, shake off negativity,
Embrace a new perspective that will have you better see.
Take the time to meditate on what elevates the mind,
On that which changes the heart, and will benefit mankind.
Lose yourself in others, seek to give rather than receive,
And an atmosphere of hope and healing calm deftly weave.
Let love be the motivation for all you do and say,
Scatter rays of sunshine, seeds of kindness, along the way.
Where there’s wrong, seek to right such, where there’s heartache, seek to mend,
Show mercy to everyone, treat each stranger as a friend.
By Lance Landall
