Count your blessings
The flow of life never abates
Be it summer or winter it never cessates
Life leaves memories behind
Some bitter
Some sour
Some sweet
Some harsh, some kind
It’s these memories
The life is made of
Their images flash in mind
When you sit back and rewind
Cherish the pleasant memories
Of days which were better spent
I wish I could erase from my diaries
The memories I recall and repent
The lessons life teaches
Get imprinted on our soul
Fly like a free bird
Go with the flow
Count your blessings
Whenever you feel low
Dreams
Dreams are my companion
When I am in slumber
I meet people I have never seen
I see places I have never been
How does it happen I often wonder
I dream of hills and lakes
I see lions and snakes
I often see my mom
I yearn to meet her
When I am awake
I run after trains
And miss the flights
At times I witness
A riot of colors
As if watching Northern lights
Often rain drenches me to the core
Flowers blossom and birds sing a lore
I wake up bedazzled asking for more
Come join me in the world of dreams
They are scary and enchanting at times
Dreams are a mystery so it seems
Be nice to yourself
Be nice to yourself
Pause and relax often
Discover your inner self
Spend some time alone
Look within engage with self
Hear the music within
That goes on and on
Dance in tandem with it
You will never moan or groan
Love and pamper
Often reward yourself
Because you deserve it
Be your own favorite
Let none be a damper
Be your best friend
If you’re happy within
You spread joy
How well you led your life
Is all that matters in the end
Challenges
Challenges test our commitment every day
As obstacles come and block our way
We feel defeated
We feel cheated
We tend to give up
And want to run away
The goal looks like a distant dream
Our efforts were lacking so it seems
Howsoever daunting it may appear
Get up and overcome your fear
When the things get tough
The tough gets going
As you keep on marching
Your faith in self keeps growing
Never give up is the call
With faith and courage
You can surmount every wall