Be Thankful

It's common for just once a year

To think of giving thanks.

But what of all the days between?

Are we just drawing blanks?

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There's so much to be thankful for

In every word and deed.

Our life's filled with interaction

That gives us so much that we need.

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Right Now! Let's pause to stop and think

Of all the things we should

Be thankful for each and every day

From Loved Ones we wish still could.

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Each day we rise to spend our day

With one thing or another.

And take for granted those things we learned

From a Parent, Sister, Child, or Brother.

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Instead of living in regret

With things not said or done

To those who've passed away to

The eternal reward they've won.

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From this day forward live your life

In others your love should pour

Earn the right to be acknowledged

As one someone is thankful for.

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an original poem by Pointer's View