The Key to Happiness is Not in Someone Else’s Pocket

28 Oct

From the Heart

Louise Gibson

We can’t control all the circumstances in life,
but we can control how we react.
An attitude of optimism lightens the load.
That truly is a fact.

Negativity is heavy,
like a backpack we should remove.
When we work on our attitude,
our whole demeanor will improve.

There is something more to life
than what we can see.
Who we really are
is our true identity.

If you want to be happy,
begin where you are.
Don’t wait for some Rapture
that’s future and far.
Begin to be joyous, determined to be glad,
and soon you’ll forget
that you ever were sad.

under-a-pier-at-sunrise

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8 Responses to “The Key to Happiness is Not in Someone Else’s Pocket”

  1. Danny Kemp October 28, 2016 at 1:17 pm #

    Lovely sentiments!

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    • Anonymous October 28, 2016 at 5:50 pm #

      Thank you, Danny. you are one of the reasons that I enjoy writing.

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  2. daniel kemp October 28, 2016 at 1:17 pm #

    Lovely sentiments!

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  3. Anonymous October 28, 2016 at 9:37 am #

    Such inspiring and encouraging words. Your words and the thoughts of you help to keep me going each day! God Bless You!

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    • Anonymous October 28, 2016 at 5:42 pm #

      i am truly humbled by your kind words. thank you for taking the time to respond.

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    • Anonymous October 28, 2016 at 5:54 pm #

      and GOD bless you. Comments such as yours are what encourages me to keep on writing. Thank you so very much.

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  4. DiVoran Lites October 28, 2016 at 8:10 am #

    Exquisite poem and beautiful picture. The message of attitude is one of the most important in the world. It is too easy to be negative. Cheerfulness and happiness take work. A daily quiet time with the Lord is a huge help!

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    • Anonymous October 28, 2016 at 5:38 pm #

      I APPRECIATE YOUR COMMENT SO VERY MUCH, DIVORAN. THANK YOU FOR TAKING THE TIME TO RESPOND.

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