T Is For Tyler
I Know You
I am sure by now you would have given up
It takes a special person
To search for a needle in a haystack
It also takes a big imagination to dream up what is about to happen next
It is easy to get bored
It is also just as easy to be excited
To do the things that you love
Especially, now when you have the extra time
Catch up on much-needed sleep
Do the things you have always wanted to do
Where before you didn't have the time
You can make up excuses
Unfortunately, you will lose out
Think of a day off which could lead to a weeks vacation
Many times we limit ourselves to our ability
Not that we can't do something
We don't give ourselves the opportunity to excel
We beat us up more than anyone else can
Sometimes it takes a little creativity
When we are negative it is easy to find fault in everything
To blame everyone else
If we turned that down and out feeling
Into something a little more positive
Matters like this don't just resolve themselves
They could use a helping hand or lift
I know you already think
You have tried everything
There is always something we didn't see
Something small maybe a glimmer of hope
You would be surprised how far that little opening
Like a sky on a rainy day
It begins to change into something wonderful
How much different we feel
With just a little sunshine
This is just one example
I know you think you are different
It is not a bad thing
That's what makes you amazing and wonderful
If you take that unique gift and dig even deeper
When you get stuck on a problem
There are many ways to look at that situation
We can get all bent out of shape
Let it ruin our day
We can let the same problem inspire us to greatness
Look around you and see how other people
Take the bad and make it better
They are no different than you
Maybe the way it is
Is so different than it was
Finding the best in any situation
It is something you have to do for yourself
Nobody knows you better than you
When all you have is time on your hands
Make the time count
Then you will see the time fly by faster than before
That is a telltale sign
You are heading in the right direction
Then again you can watch hours and hours
Binge-watching one t.v. show after another
It will be a lot of fun
Will it really help your situation in the long run?
No, even though it felt great for a little while
Think of all the possibilities
Let someone else worry and stress on all the problems
Together great things are achieved
You do so much more than you give yourself credit for
Life's difficulties can turn out to make each day extraordinary
Exceeding up beyond
Remembering life is what you make of it
Give me a text when you find this stoem
I will know you received my message
Just in case you didn't have time to make a call
Most Friday nights people are busy
Unless you are me
Then you're creating a dream
That isn't possible yet
That one day will come
Like the rain
Without notice or acceptance
But here just the same
Comments
DREAM ON (author) on April 10, 2020:
Ann Carr When I see all the good things that come out this Pandemic. I wonder why we can't see more of this in the news on a regular basis. I believe people are basically good. We just need a push and sometimes a shove in the right direction. Thank you so much for reading and sharing. Here is to a better and healthier day for everyone.
Ann Carr from SW England on April 09, 2020:
Ah I see - just think of it as me reading it wrongly! Yes, we all have to veer to the positive and do what we can.
Keep safe and well.
Ann
DREAM ON (author) on April 09, 2020:
Ann Carr I made a mistake. I wanted to say when a loved one is sick it is hard enough. Everyone is healthy and fine. I worded it wrong. Thank you for your thoughtfulness. Every day we never know what can and will happen. All can try our best and try to help other people along the way. Each day enjoying all the things that make us happy. I try my best to write I'm thinking. Sometimes I write too slow or think too much. Either way, it makes me excited for tomorrow. The littlest thing can make me smile. Have a wonderful night and pleasant dreams.
Ann Carr from SW England on April 07, 2020:
I'm thinking of you caring for your sick loved one. Hope all goes well.
Ann
DREAM ON (author) on April 07, 2020:
Ann Carr Every day I have a new appreciation for all those nurses and doctors who are on the front lines. That includes all healthcare workers and social workers. There are so many other people that help out all the time and make everything possible. The list is endless. Life is so precious. I have trouble dealing with one loved one sick let alone someone dying from this disease. Thank you so much for reaching out and connecting to my poems. Have a wonderful Tuesday.
Ann Carr from SW England on April 06, 2020:
It'll be fun and will be at the beginning of May.
Take care of you and yours; best wishes from me,
Ann
DREAM ON (author) on April 06, 2020:
Ann Carr I knew you would find a good way to enjoy your special day. Writers are creative and like to enjoy lots of happiness. When is your big day? Thank you so much for reading and sharing. There are endless ways we can make life just a little more interesting. What a great vision to see and believe in every day. Thanks so much and make Monday a fun day.
DREAM ON (author) on April 06, 2020:
Gypsy Rose Lee We all have our personal struggles. Little do we know we share some of the same aches and pains just at different times in our lives. I believe we are always better for trying and things have a way of working out. I understand how hard it must be but in the end, it will all be worth it. Thank you for giving me an update. I can't wait till things are going great financially. Then this will always be a memory to tell others and tell them they can make it too. I appreciate all your comments and visits. Each day I learn something new from you. Stay safe and don't forget to exercise. Happy Monday.
Gypsy Rose Lee from Daytona Beach, Florida on April 04, 2020:
That was most inspirational. I guess in a way I have come full circle. I finally got an agreement with a company giving me writing jobs from San Francisco. A wide variety of topics but when I started they informed me they pay every two weeks and I came in the middle. Now I am poor as a church mouse, I badly need to fill up my Copyscape and other tools I need for writing and I have no idea when the money is coming. I am now no worse off than I was and no better. I hope you're staying safe and having a good weekend. Florida is on lockdown.
Ann Carr from SW England on April 04, 2020:
What lovely thoughts! Thank you, I will pass on your best wishes to my granddaughter. My birthday will be celebrated in self-isolation too, with a glass or two of bubbly and a quiet evening in (for a change!).
I too have lovely family members who keep me sane and entertained!
I wish you a warm, sunny weekend.
Ann
DREAM ON (author) on April 04, 2020:
Ann Carr I almost forgot and it was the first thing on my mind, please wish your granddaughter a wonderful birthday!!! I always loved birthdays since it is always about giving something special to someone we love. I think our own birthday is a perfect time to see all the great things we have achieved over the years. I know none of it would be possible if it wasn't for my family and friends. I have one nephew in particular who helps me see the other side of any situation. He keeps me grounded even though my head is in the clouds. I have a neice who also listens to my craziest ideas and bought me a wonderful journal to list them all. Then I have another nephew who shows me every day how to achieve the best of the best and will never take no for an answer. These are only three examples of burning lights in my life that never get dim. There are many more that fill up pages and pages. Where do we start when do we begin. The answer is every day until we can't do any more. Thank you so much and have a beautiful, sunny Spring day.
DREAM ON (author) on April 04, 2020:
Ann Carr Now is a great time to see how people band together and get the job done. the Pandemic can't and won't be solved by one person and it isn't going to be over tomorrow, the next day or even next month. As much as I wish it never happened it did and now we have to make the best of it. Every time when I run out of steam I think of all those people who relied on so many others to help a complete stranger out. I think we all want peace in the world. We just have an odd way of showing it. I appreciate your comment and your valuable time. Please stay safe and keep sharing and giving. Every little bit helps. I believe we all have special gifts nobody in the world has if we could only take the time to find them and share them with the world.
Ann Carr from SW England on April 04, 2020:
Inspiring! It's true that it's all too easy to lose ourselves in self-pity but so much better to get up and do something. Also, all those lovely people out there helping - the doctors and nurses, the volunteers, neighbours... the list is endless.
This week I've done loads in the garden, made 4 cushions (I don't sew!) and sorted out my desk. It's the little things that niggle, the 'little' things that take more time than we think, but it's oh so satisfying when we've done it! I feel pleased with myself and that makes me pleased with the world. The sunshine helps so much - I can smile at anything if the sun is out.
Tomorrow we are promised a warm Spring day and it's also one of my granddaughter's birthday. I shall talk to her on FaceTime and share some of the excitement and celebrations - that will be wonderful.
I have nothing to moan about, unless I go seeking - and I won't!
Keep safe and well!
Ann
