Gramma's Pearls of Wisdom

Several, several months ago I received a card from Gramma Helen.

Inside of it was a bookmark...

a bookmark I've kept close by, in fact right in front of me

It is propped up on my desk at work

I read small portions of it daily

May I share it with you?

I love my Gramma Helen!

I’ve traveled paths you’ve yet to walk

Learned lessons old and new

And now this wisdom of my life

I’m blessed to share with you



Let kindness spread like sunshine

Embrace those who are sad

Respect their dignity, give them joy

And leave them feeling glad



Forgive those who might hurt you

And though you have your pride

Listen closely to their viewpoint

Try to see the other side



Walk softly when you’re angry

Try not to take offense

Invoke your sense of humor

Laughter’s power is immense!



Express what you are feeling

Your beliefs you should uphold

Don’t shy away from what is right

Be courageous and be bold



Keep hope right in your pocket

It will guide you day by day

Take it out when it is needed

When it’s near, you’ll find a way



Remember friends and family

Of which you are a precious part

Love deeply and love truly

Give freely from your heart



The world is far from perfect

There’s conflict and there’s strife

But you still can make a difference

By how you live your life



And so I’m very blessed to know

The wonders you will do

Because you are my granddaughter

And I believe in you

Did I say "I love my Gramma Helen" yet?!

life is good...