WASTE NOT ~ WANT NOT

They are such simple things we were told
When we were just kids... and not very old

Words to the wise, we remember them, yet
There are some times that we do forget

Clean your plate... others have none
Don't sit inside... go play in the sun

God has been good, you have many toys
Be generous, share with other girls and boys

Honor Mom and Pop and sisters and brothers
As you would have done, so do unto others

Underestimate not, the power of a word
Because what you say may not be what's heard

It's a cognizant thing and not acting weak
When you take a breath and turn your cheek

Don't slam a door without an about face
Open a window, in or out, just in case

Perhaps the most important thing to report
These lessons make clear that life is so short

We take for granted, when all things seem fine
This God given gift that we know as time

Don't waste a moment, so precious are they
Don't wait till tomorrow... do it today.

Waste not ~ want not
If you love somebody, tell them

©Copyright October 2000 by Lucille J. Biscaglio