this life

We're all going to die someday

that's a fact, simple and true. 

So tell me what the secret is, 

to living this life through. 

Why waste time being unhappy?

Why waste it being angry or sad?

Capture each moment and savor it, 

and later you'll be glad.

Don't regret mistakes you've made.

Keep on living without guilt. 

Make sure you enjoy every day,

before you wither and wilt.

Reviews

[Laughing-Bear]

My Dear Writing Friend,
You have painted a very thought provoking poem that should make all stop and ponder awhile. In verse one you wrote, “So tell me what the secret is,
to living this life through”. My thought is to live in the present. Our home is never in the past. It is in the time and place where we are today. As we make the best of it, all of our future homes in place and in time will improve.
Your verse two is beyond wonderful and full of wisdom, well done! I think verse three has a lot of merit. If we look at our past as a learning curve that taught us lessons, and quit kicking our selves for past mistakes, I believe we will be able to enjoy our lives in the here and now. A most excellent poem.

Blessings, Laughing-Bear