Just for today … I will not judge or criticize or blame others or myself.
Instead I will compliment and encourage,
both others and myself.
Just for today … I will remember to give thanks,
for the gift of family and friends.
Just for today … I will send a little note,
to someone I care about,
to show them I am thinking of them.
Just for today … I will give to everyone,
a kind word, a silent prayer,
and wish them joy, happiness and laughter.
Just for today … I will take time to appreciate,
all the blessed miracles that God has granted,
to really see the flowers, the green grass,
and the fresh new green leaves, the sunshine.
Just for today … I will remember,
That God walks beside me every step of the way,
and guides me,
and that God loves and cherishes each and every one of us,
each and every day.
Just for today … I will strive to do my best,
I will be patient, kind, helpful and forgiving,
each and every day,
for tomorrow and tomorrow and tomorrow.
Editor’s Note: Hope Bradley Finley passed away on January 13 at age 95. The Mattapoisett resident was thrilled to have The Wanderer publish her poems and essays, something we will continue to do this winter.
The Poet’s Corner
By Hope Bradley Finley