It's not about having what you want,
it's about wanting what you have.
Remember this when things don't work out,
if you are feeling blue or sad.
It doesn't matter how bad things might seem,
unfortunately, somebody has it worse.
Before you start wallowing around in self pity-
just go ahead and count blessings first.
It's as simple as a glass of lemonade
on a sweltering summer day.
Or knowing that he's up there listening
whenever you kneel down to pray.
It's as easy as a lazy sunday afternoon,
when relaxation's the only chore.
Or an old, good friend stopping by and
knocking on your door.
It's knowing that your inner circle
will always lend a hand.
It's embracing all the little things
that come through life unplanned.
It's making the best of the absolute worse,
and shining happiness from within.
It's knowing that if you somehow fail,
there's tomorrow to start again.
If life gets tough, seems rather rough,
and you can't help but feeling beat-
Just keep on moving, then steal a moment.
Take a minor, mental retreat.
Because it's not about having what you want,
it's about wanting what you've got.
When put into perspective, most will find
you've already got alot...
Author notes
Prompt--"All you have been waiting for is your own permission" (by Pat Rodegast, aka "Emmanuel").
In a list
A contest entry
- Give yourself permission! (quote inspired) by simpliciti.
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Comments
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Yes, I agree we should all be counting our blessings instead of moaning. Good work on the it's - thanks for your entry.
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It a great poem and truly shows how people react to certain things. I can really connect here. Good luck in the contest.
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What a wonderful message you brought with so much depth and clarity in it..well done..and thanks for sharing such a wonderful write...
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Great write
Being honest with yourself and as you say count your blessings each day.flows very nicely with each thought within each phase.well done.
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Yes..you are so correct and the thoughts are very powerfully portrayed to bring the truth of your heart..well done....
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beautiful, stunning, touching...
I really enjoy this-very well done! thanxxx so much for entering. One applause per entry to be fair.
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I LOVE THIS!
Beautiful....lovely....and 100% true.
Such a smooth flowing poem, melodic and perfectly worded....delivering a strong message.
Big smiles from this one.
Good luck in the contest.
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a good poem, a good beginning, aye we have to smile with what we have and not chase too much after that which we do not. true too that there is always someone else worse off than the self. a positive piece that dances.
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its not having what you want... its wanting what you got.. .sheryl crow quote... i loved this... so true these words... and the rhyme didnt even phase me cos the meaning hit hard... love ya...
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This write has a great message and reminder for all of us to be thankful for the seemingly small things in life. It really is true that a person can be happier by remembering what they do have instead of focusing on what they don't. Nice job! Blessings, Patty
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True that! It would be best for everyone if they just took a moment to count their blessings and realized everything they had, even if they didn't have everything. Great poem. God bless.
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Very optimistic! haha This has a certain melodic quality. I wouldn't be surprised if it were a song.
Embracing the little things, that's the best part. because that's what you always have, if you don't believe in a higher power, if your inner circle breaks, you have little things to embrace, you have your own light to shine, and starting again.
thank you for this poem. kudos
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I like it. I don't love it, but I like it. I feel it uses too many cliche sayings and not enough of your own words. It's like I had this incredible feeling of deja vu when I was reading it. Don't get me wrong though, I love the message that it conveys, and the flow was perfect. It was a very good rhyme. It wasn't choppy or awkward at all! I'm picky with rhyme, so that's a very good thing. Either way, keep up the good work!
Sincerely,
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This is just fantastic and so true! I love this!! I wish you all the luck in the contest. Great job!
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