Gratitude (A Special Birthday Poem)

Last week, I published my first poem (We Are) and the response was hugely positive and encouraging, which left me elated.

Also, last week (Thursday, this time around) I was at a youth vigil and I received the inspiration to type (again) on my phone two poems. This is the first.

GRATITUDE

God gave

Mom screamed

Dad smiled

I cried

Heaven rejoiced

Bayo stared

Granpa named

Mom trained

Dad Paid

Teachers taught

Photos framed

Dami followed

Sin came

Plans changed

Jide left

Jesus saved

Grace returned

Life restored

What day?

Everyday!

*Bayo and Jide are my elder brothers, while Dami is my younger brother.

Thank you for visiting once again, and God bless you.

PS: Today's my birthday and I feel specially blessed to add another year.

Be Thankful (Poetry)

I was on twitter last night and I stumbled upon this poem posted by a friend, and I felt the urge to share it with you. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.

Be Thankful

Be thankful that you don’t already have everything you desire.
If you did, what would there be to look forward to?
Be thankful when you don’t know everything,
for it gives you the opportunity to learn.
Be thankful for the difficult times.
During those times you grow.
Be thankful for your limitations,
because they give you opportunities for improvement.
Be thankful for each new challenge
because it will build your strength and character.
Be thankful for your mistakes.
They will teach you valuable lessons.
Be thankful when you’re tired and weary,
because it means you’ve made a difference.

-Unknown Author-

Thank you & God bless.