A BLESSING FROM ST. PATRICK 


May the road rise to meet you, 
May the wind be always at your back,
May the sun shine warm upon your face, 
The rains fall soft upon your fields and, 
Until we meet again, 
May God hold you in the palm of His hand  




KEEPER OF THE STARS 


It was no accident....me finding you. 
Someone had a hand in it....long before we knew. 
No I just can't believe...you're in my life. 
Heaven's smiling down on me...as I look at you tonight. 
I tip my hat...to the Keeper of the Stars.
He sure knew what he was doing...when he joined these two hearts. 
I hold every...thing....when I hold you in my arms. 
And I 've got all I'll ever need..thanks to the Keeper of  the stars.
Soft moonlight on your face..oh how you shine.
It takes my breath away...just to look into your eyes.
I know I don't deserve...a treasure like you.
There really are no words. to show my gratitude. 
I tip my hat...to the Keeper of the Stars. 
He sure knew what he was doing...when he joined these two hearts. 
I hold every...thing....when I hold you in my arms. 
And I've got all I'll ever need..thanks to the Keeper of the stars. 
It was no accident....me finding you. 
Someone had a hand in it...long before "we" ever knew  








"I WISH FOR YOU...." 


Comfort on difficult days,
Smiles when sadness intrudes,
Rainbows to follow the clouds,
Laughter to kiss your lips,
Sunsets to warm your heart,
Gentle hugs when spirits sag,
Friendships to brighten your being,
Beauty for your eyes to see,
Confidence for when you doubt,
Faith so that you can believe,
Courage to know yourself,
Patience to accept the truth,
And love to complete your life. 
love you....  








May those that love us, love us
Ane those that don't love us
May God turn their hearts
And if He doesn't turn their hearts
May He turn their ankle
So we'll know them by their limping







    
Angels watch over you wherever you go, keeping each day perfect and promising a bright new tomorrow.....








A hundred years from now it will not matter what my bank account was, the sort of house I lived in, or the kind of car I drove...but the world may be different because I was important in the life of a child.





  
THE GIRL I USED TO BE 


She came to night as I sat alone,
The girl I used to be.. 
And she gazed at me with her earnest eye And questioned reproachfully: 
Have you forgotten the many plans
And hopes that I had for you?
The great career,the splendid fame,
all the wonderful things to do?
Where is the mansion of stately height
With all of its gardens rare?
The silken robes that I dreamed for you
And the jewels in your hair?
And as she spoke, I was very sad
For I wanted her pleased with me.
This slender girl that I used to be.
So gently rising, I took her hand,
And guided her up the stairs 
Where peacefully sleeping, my babies lay Innocent, sweet, and fair. 
And I told her that these are my only gems, And Precious they are to me; 
That silken robe is my motherhood
Of costly simplicity. 
And my mansion of stately height is love, And the only career I know 
Is serving each day in these sheltered walls For the dear ones who come and go. 
And as I spoke to my shadowy guest,
She smiled through her tears at me
And I saw the woman I am now
Pleased the girl I use to be.  




A Little boy, who was told by his mother that it was God who made people good 
responded, "yes, I know it is God 
but mothers help a lot." 




HEART PRINTS 


Whatever our hand touch...
We leave finger prints,
On wall, on furniture,
On doorknobs, dishes, and books,
As we touch, we leave our identity. 
Oh please wherever I go to today.
Help me leave heart prints.
Heart prints of compassion,
Of understanding and love,
Heartprints of kindness.
and genuine concern. 
May my heart touch a lonely neighbor
Or a runaway daughter,
Or an anxious mother,
Or prehaphs, a dear friend. 
I shall go out today
To Leave heartprints,
And If someone should say
"I felt your touch"
May that one sense be...
YOUR LOVE
Touching through me.




I'VE DREAMED 


I've dreamed many dreams that never came true. I've seen them vanish at dawn. 
But I've realized enough of my dreams, Thank God, To make me want to dream on. 
I've prayed many prayers, when no answers came, Though I waited patient and long, 
But answers came to enough of my prayers  To make me keep praying on. 
I've trusted many a friend that failed
And left me to weep alone, 
But I've found enough of my friends true blue To make me keep trusting on. 
I've sown many seeds that fell by the way 
For the birds to feed upon, 
But I have held enough golden sheaves in my hands 
To make me keep sowing on. 
I've drained the cup of disappointment and pain 
And gone many days without song, 
But I've sipped enough nectar from the roses of life 
To make me want to live on  




8 GIFTS THAT DON'T COST A CENT




THE GIFT OF LISTENING 


But you must REALLY listen. No interrupting, no daydreaming, no planning your response. Just listening. 




THE GIFT OF AFFECTION 


Be generous with appropriate hugs, kisses, pats on the back and handholds. Let these small actions demonstrate the love you have for family and friends. 




THE GIFT OF LAUGHTER 


Clip cartoons. Share articles and funny stories. Your gift will say, "I love to laugh with you". 




THE GIFT OF A WRITTEN NOTE 


It can be a simple "Thanks for the help" note or a full sonnet. A brief, handwritten note may be remembered for a lifetime, and may even change a life. 




THE GIFT OF A COMPLIMENT 


A simple and sincere, "You look great in red", "You did a super job" or "That was a wonderful meal" can make someone's day. 




THE GIFT OF A FAVOR 


Every day, go out of your way to do something kind.



 
THE GIFT OF SOLITUDE 


There are times when we want nothing better than to be left alone. Be sensitive to those times and give the gift of solitude to others. 




THE GIFT OF A CHEERFUL DISPOSITION 


The easiest way to feel good is to make others feel good.   




THREE ROSES 


Three roses I will give you 
one is red.. one is white and one is pink 
All three are connected 
by a common link
The link is that of..
yesterdays and tomorrow
All of your todays
the joy.. the pain and the sorrow 
Red is for yesterday
and all that you have learned
in your quest to understand
this rose.. you have earned 
White is for tomorrow
with the dawn.. so new and bright
with yesterdays darkness gone
your heart will be alright 
Pink is for today
in the combining of the two
with what you know and your dreams
this day will start.. anew 
Three roses I will give you




ACROSS THE MILES 


Is it possible to love someone you'll never see? 
Why do people think that love must be shown sexually?
In this cyber world we have people come and go.
But, there are a few we meet we really want to know.
Our cyber world's so interesting we have a common bond. 
To start up new relationships regardless where we're from. 
We share the details of our lives with those we like the most. 
Eventually you start to love the ones who become
close. 
It's like a family of sort and you develop love. 
With those who share your cyber life the ones you're fondest of.
The world outside can't comprehend how love can start to bloom.
Especially if you're alone while sitting in
some room. 
Married, single, young or old or somewhere in
between. 
People share their love on-line with those they've never seen. 
Sometimes friends and wives and husbands do not understand.
Because they're not involved with us when we're in cyberland. 
If you fall in love with someone on the
Internet. 
Assure your loved ones close to you that this is 
not a threat. 
Why can't people fall in love and just let
it evolve? 
Why do many people think that sex must be
involved? 
You can love another when you just give love a
chance. 
Why do shallow people think you must take down your pants?
Sex is sex and love is love And we need both
of them. 
But we don't need the sexy part to love a
cyber friend. 
Love is good and love is pure and it was meant to
share. 
It does not mean it's sexual because you show you care. 
Love is pure and wonderful the way it's always been. 
That's the reason I can say I love my
on-line friend. 
So share your love with someone if they're now a part of you. 
Giving and receiving love is heavens
gift to you. 
Tell them that you love them and it's them you're thinking of. 
For it is pure and innocent when you share cyber
love. 
Everyone has loved ones close or living in their
home. 
And even in the midst of them you sometimes feel
alone. 
But now you have your online friend who does light up your life. 
And shares in all your happiness your worries and your strife. 
Maybe you will chance to meet that very
special one. 
And as you get to know them it may become more than fun.
You may want to meet in person if you both do
choose. 
It may be a new beginning when you rendezvous. 
Some will meet in person and make it reality. 
Some will have to love on-line that's all
that it can be. 
If meeting is impossible because of your life styles. 
Enjoy all that you have today and love across
the miles. 
By PoppyK   




THE BEAUTY OF THE ROSE 


"Beneath the cold damp ground it lies
Waiting for the sun to rise
As the warming rays on all beat down
A sprout appears its thorny crown
To all the world the bud unfolds
And reveals the beauty of the Rose   




MY SPECIAL LIST 


I have a list of folks I know...
all written in a book,
And every now and then..
I go and take a look.
That is when I realize
these names... they are a part,
not of the book they're written in...
but taken from the heart.
For each Name stands for someone...
who has crossed my path sometime,
and in that meeting they have become...
the reason and the rhyme.
Although it sounds fantastic...
for me to make this claim,
I really am composed...
of each remembered name.
Although you're not aware...
of any special link,
just knowing you, has shaped my life...
more than you could think.
So please don't think my greeting...
as just a mere routine,
your name was not...
forgotten in between.
For when I send a greeting...
that is addressed to you,
it is because you're on the list...
of folks I'm indebted to.
So whether I have known you...
for many days or few,
in some ways you have a part...
in shaping things I do.
I am but a total...
of many folks I've met,
you are a friend I would prefer...
never to forget. 




TRY

 
Song written and recorded by Dollie Parton 
I've chaced after rainbows
and I've captured one or two
and I've reached for the stars
and I've even held a few 
I've walked that loneome valley
Toped the mountains, soared the skys
I've laughed and I've cried
But I've always tried 
And I've always been a dreamer
and dreams are special things
but dreams are of no value
if their not equiped with wings 
So secure yourself for climbing
Make ready for the sky
Don't let your chance go by
You'll make it if you TRY 
So try to be the first one up the mountain 
The highest flyin' dreamer in the sky 
Try your best to be an inspiration 
for others that are still afraid and shy 
Try to make the most of every moment
If you fail, get up and try again
Try each day to try a little harder
Cause if you never try, you never win 
Nothing is impossible
If you can just believe
Don't live your life in schackels
When faith can be your key 
The winners one who keeps determination 
in his eyes, who's not afraid to fly, and not afraid to try. 
So try to be the first one up the mountain 
The highest flyin eagle in the sky 
Don't let somebody tell you, you can't do it 
And if they say that 
Show 'em it's a lie 
So try to think of life as just a journey 
And the road gets rough and rocky now and then Try each day to try a little harder 
And if you fail get up and try again 
The winner's one that always goes the distance And you'll never really know unless you TRY!   




THE FOUNTAIN OF LIFE 


For so many people everyday life
is a lonely passageway
in which the heart sometimes 
got chilled and froze into a crystalhard cave that blocks the warming light of the sun. 
But, oh wonder, the fountain that
nourishes the heart from within,
is still alive. 
Just waiting for the moment that
the crust of ice will crack and burst, 
so the lifegiving water will be noticed again. 
Then this fountain will be able to
stream forth freely and spread
the beauty and the purity
the Creator laid down inside it. 




THE PARABLE OF THE ROSE 


A certain man planted a rose and watered it faithfully.
Before it blossomed, he examined it.
He saw a bud that would soon blossom.
He also saw the thorns, and he thought,
"How can any beautiful flower come from a plant,
burdened with so many sharp thorns?"
Saddened by this thought, he neglected to water the rose, and before it was ready to bloom, it died.
So it is with many people.
Within every soul, there is a rose.
The "God-like" qualities planted in us at birth,
growing amidst the thorns of our faults.
Many of us look at ourselves and see only 
the thorns, the defects.
We despair, thinking nothing good can possibly come from us.
We neglect to water the good within us,
and eventually it dies.
We never realize our potential.
Some don't see the rose within themselves.
It takes someone else to show it to them.
One of the greatest gifts a person can possess
is to be able to reach past the thorns and find the rose within others.
This is the truest, most innocent, and gracious
characteristic of love ~ to know another person, including their faults,
recognize the nobility in their soul, and yet, still help another to realize they can overcome their faults.
If we show them the rose, they will conquer the thorns.
Only then will they blossom many times over,
Our duty in this world is to help others, by showing them their roses and not their thorns.
It is then that we achieve the love we should feel for each other.
Only then can we bloom in our own garden.




IF I COULD 


IF I COULD CATCH A RAINBOW
I WOULD DO IT JUST FOR YOU
AND SHARE WITH YOU ITS BEAUTY
ON THE DAYS YOU'RE FEELING BLUE..
IF I COULD BUILD A MOUNTAIN
YOU COULD CALL YOUR VERY OWN
A PLACE TO FIND SERENITY
A PLACE TO BE ALONE..



  
IF I COULD TAKE YOUR TROUBLES
I WOULD TOSS THEM IN THE`SEA
BUT ALL THESE THINGS I'M FINDING
ARE IMPOSSIBLE FOR ME,



  
I CANNOT BUILD A MOUNTAIN
OR CATCH A RAINBOW FAR
BUT LET ME BE WHAT I KNOW BEST
A FRIEND THAT'S ALWAYS THERE.   


IF THIS WOULD BE THE LAST TIME


If I knew it would be the last time
that I'd see you fall asleep,
I would tuck you in more tightly
and pray the Lord, your soul to keep.




 
If I knew it would be the last time
that I see you walk out the door,
I would give you a hug and kiss
and call you back for one more.




 
If I knew it would be the last time
I'd hear your voice lifted up in praise,
I would video tape each action and word,
so I could play them back day after day.




 
If I knew it would be the last time,
I could spare an extra minute or two
to stop and say "I love you,"
instead of assuming, you would know I do.




 
If I knew it would be the last time
I would be there to share your day,
well I'm sure you'll have so many more,
so I can let just this one slip away.




 
For surely there's always tomorrow
to make up for an oversight,
and we always get a second chance
to make everything right.





There will always be another day
to say our "I love you's",
And certainly there's another chance
to say our "Anything I can do's?"




 
But just in case I might be wrong,
and today is all I get,
I'd like to say how much I love you
and I hope we never forget,




 
Tomorrow is not promised to anyone,
young or old alike,
And today may be the last chance you get
to hold your loved one tight.




 
So if you're waiting for tomorrow,
why not do it today?
For if tomorrow never comes,
you'll surely regret the day, 




 
That you didn't take that extra time
for a smile, a hug, or a kiss
and you were too busy to grant someone,
what turned out to be their one last wish.




 
So hold your loved ones close today,
whisper in their ear, 
Tell them how much you love them
and that you'll always hold them dear,




 
Take time to say "I'm sorry," "please forgive me,"
"thank you" or "it's okay".
And if tomorrow never comes,
you'll have no regrets about today. 


~by Norma Burnett, Steelton,PA~




    




MONEY 


It can buy a House
   But not a Home 
      
It can buy a Bed
   But not Sleep 
      
It can buy a Clock
   But not Time 
      
It can buy you a Book
   But not Knowledge 
      
It can buy you a Position
   But not Respect 
      
It can buy you Medicine
   But not Health 
      
It can buy you Blood
   But not Life 
      
It can buy you Sex
   But not Love 
      
So you see money isn't everything. 
      
I tell you all this because I am your Friend, and as your Friend I want to take away your pain and suffering... 
      
So send me all your money and I will suffer for you.   A truer Friend than me you will never find. 
        ~  CASH ONLY PLEASE ~




AS I PRAY FOR YOU TODAY 


I asked my Higher Power to bless you. 
As I prayed for you and all of my friends today To guide and protect you. 
As you and the rest of my friends go along your way... Know His love is
always with you 
His promises are true.
And when we give Him all our cares
You know He will see us through.
So when the road you're traveling on
Seems difficult at best.
Just remember I'm here praying
And the guy upstairs will do the rest
I LUB YOU!!! 
Shhh... I have a secret... If you wanna know ... I'll tell you!!! 
I LUB YOU!!! 
I got your back 
You got mine,
I'll help you out
Anytime. 



 
To see you hurt
To see you cry,
Makes me weep
And wanna die. 
       ~*~*~ 
And if you agree
To never fight,
It wouldn't matter
Who's wrong or right. 
      ~*~*~ 
If a broken heart
Needs a mend,
I'll be right there
To the end. 
      ~*~*~ 
If your cheeks are wet
From drops of tears,
Don't you worry,
Let go of your fears. 
      ~*~*~ 
Hand in hand
Love is sent,
We'll be friends
Till the end. 
     ~*~*~ 




TINY ANGEL
 


I am a tiny

I'm smaller than your thumb
I live in people's pockets
That's where I have my fun.
      
I don't suppose you've seen me,
I'm too tiny to detect
Though I'm with you all the time,
I doubt we've ever met. 
            
Before I was an Angel...
I was a fairy in a flower:
God, Himself, hand-picked me,
And gave me Angel power. 
            
Now God has many Angels That He trains
in Angel pools 
We become His eyes, and ears, and hands
We become His special tools.
And because God is so busy,
With way too much to do;
He said that my assignment
Is to keep close watch on you. 
            
When He tucked me in your Pocket
He blessed you with Angel care;
Then told me to never leave you,
And I vowed always to be there. 




      
A GOOD WOMAN 


A good woman is proud. 
She respects herself and others. She is aware of who she is. She neither seeks definition from the person she is with nor does she expect them to read her mind. She is quite capable of articulating her needs. 
A good woman is hopeful. 
She is strong enough to make all her dreams come true. She knows love, therefore she gives love. She recognizes that her love has great value and must be reciprocated.   If her love is taken for granted, it soon disappears. 
A good woman has a dash of inspiration and a dabble of endurance. She knows that she will   at times have to inspire others to reach their potential. 
A good woman knows her past, understands her present and forces toward the future. 
A good woman does not live in fear of the future because of her past. Instead, she understands that her life experiences are merely lessons meant to bring her closer to self-knowledge and unconditional self-love.   




A SIMPLE HUG 


There's something in a simple hug
     That always warms the heart;
     It welcomes us back home
     And makes it easier to part. 
          A hug's a way to share the joy
     And sad times we go through, 
          Or just a way for friends to say
     They like you 'cause you're you. 
          Hugs are meant for anyone
     For whom we really care,
     From your grandma to your neighbor,
     Or a cuddly teddy bear.
     A hug is an amazing thing -
     It's just the perfect way
     To show the love we're feeling
     But can't find the words to say.
     It's funny how a little hug
     Makes everyone feel good;
     In every place and language,
     It's always understood.
     And hugs don't need new equipment,
     Special batteries or parts -
     Just open up your arms
     And open up your hearts.




Scatter seeds of kindness everywhere you go
Scatter bits of courtesy...
Watch them grow and grow
Gather buds of friendship,
Keep them till full-blown,
You will find more happiness
Than you have ever known




IF I COULD CATCH A RAINBOW
I WOULD DO IT JUST FOR YOU
AND SHARE WITH YOU ITS BEAUTY
ON THE DAYS YOU'RE FEELING BLUE
IF I COULD BUILD A MOUNTAIN
YOU COULD CALL YOUR VERY OWN
A PLACE TO FIND SERENITY
A PLACE TO BE ALONE
IF I COULD TAKE YOUR TROUBLES
I WOULD TOSS THEM IN THE SEA
BUT ALL THESE THINGS I'M FINDING
ARE IMPOSSIBLE FOR ME
I CANNOT BUILD A MOUNTAIN
OR CATCH A RAINBOW FAIR
BUT LET ME BE WHAT I KNOW BEST
A FRIEND THAT'S ALWAYS THERE
This is a Hug Certificate!! 
Send One to All of Your Friends You Think Deserve A Hug (for everything they do for friendship etc.). Send This to Your Friends Including the Person Who Sent It To You!




REFLECTIONS
When you awake each morning
To greet a brand-new day
Think of how you can change a life
By what you do or say

And as you contemplate the day
In the comfort of your home 
Give thanks for the life you'll change today For it could be your own 

Throw off the cloak of depression
Remove the veil of despair
And in their place- a smiling face
And kind words linger there 

Be attentive to those around you
Their words could give new birth
To the very ideas you were seeking
Appreciate their value and worth 

The words we speak become bridges
Compassion, brings understanding 
But harsh words are like tiny arrows 
That you know not where they are landing 

Affection, approval, sympathy
Each has a place in your conversation

Encouragement, respect, accountability
Create outstanding public relations 
For instance, one day , one approaches
To share GODS' love with you
Just listen to what they are saying
So you'll know what you want to do 
Though you may not understand all they've told you And honestly, still do not believe 
Listen and smile - for in a while
I'm sure they'll take their leave 
But, after they're gone if you're still thinking About this GOD that you cannot see