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Leisure
What is this life if, full of care,
We have no time to stand and stare?
No time to stand beneath the boughs
And stare as long as sheep or cows.
No time to see, when woods we pass.
Where squirrels hide their nuts in grass.
No time to see, in broad daylight,
Streams full of stars, like skies at night.
No time to turn at Beauty’s glance,
And watch her feet, how they can dance.
No time to wait till her mouth can
Enrich that smile her eyes began.
A poor life this if, full of care,
We have no time to stand and stare.
By William H. Davies: “Songs of Joy and Others” (1911)
William Henry Davies, also known as W. H. Davies, was born on 3 July 1871 in Newport, Monmouthshire, Wales. He spent much of his life as a vagabond and itinerant worker in Great Britain and the United States of America, until an injury involving a train caused him to lose his right foot. From that time on, disability forced him to rely on a wooden leg, leaving him unable to continue his wandering lifestyle. He settled into shelters for the indigent, and began writing prose and poetry. Eventually, he became a published author and was able to circulate among literary society. He was married to Helen Payne in 1923. William Henry Davies passed on at 69 years of age on 26 September 1940 in Nailsworth, Gloucestershire, England.
What is this life if, full of care,
We have no time to stand and stare?
No time to stand beneath the boughs
And stare as long as sheep or cows.
No time to see, when woods we pass.
Where squirrels hide their nuts in grass.
No time to see, in broad daylight,
Streams full of stars, like skies at night.
No time to turn at Beauty’s glance,
And watch her feet, how they can dance.
No time to wait till her mouth can
Enrich that smile her eyes began.
A poor life this if, full of care,
We have no time to stand and stare.
By William H. Davies: “Songs of Joy and Others” (1911)
William Henry Davies, also known as W. H. Davies, was born on 3 July 1871 in Newport, Monmouthshire, Wales. He spent much of his life as a vagabond and itinerant worker in Great Britain and the United States of America, until an injury involving a train caused him to lose his right foot. From that time on, disability forced him to rely on a wooden leg, leaving him unable to continue his wandering lifestyle. He settled into shelters for the indigent, and began writing prose and poetry. Eventually, he became a published author and was able to circulate among literary society. He was married to Helen Payne in 1923. William Henry Davies passed on at 69 years of age on 26 September 1940 in Nailsworth, Gloucestershire, England.
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Think Positive
The secret of life isn’t what happens to you, but what you do with what happens to you.
Help other people to cope with their problems, and your own will be easier to cope with.
Never use the word impossible seriously again. Toss it into the verbal wastebasket.
Self-trust is the first secret of success. So believe in and trust yourself.
Stand up to your obstacles and do something about them. You will find that they haven’t half the strength you think they have.
Joy increases as you give it, and diminishes as you try to keep it for yourself. In giving it, you will accumulate a deposit of joy greater than you ever believed possible.
How you think about a problem is more important than the problem itself - so always think positively.
Go at life with abandon; give it all you’ve got. And life will give all it has to you.
By Norman Vincent Peale: “Positive Thinking Every Day” (6 December 1993)
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Norman Vincent Peale was born 31 May 1898 in Bowersville, Ohio, United States of America. He became a Christian minister in the Reformed Church in America, a professional speaker, a progenitor of ‘positive thinking,’ and a writer. He is known as the author of the book, “The Power of Positive Thinking” (1952). Norman Vincent Peale passed on at 95 years of age on 24 December 1993 in Prawling, New York, United States of America.
The secret of life isn’t what happens to you, but what you do with what happens to you.
Help other people to cope with their problems, and your own will be easier to cope with.
Never use the word impossible seriously again. Toss it into the verbal wastebasket.
Self-trust is the first secret of success. So believe in and trust yourself.
Stand up to your obstacles and do something about them. You will find that they haven’t half the strength you think they have.
Joy increases as you give it, and diminishes as you try to keep it for yourself. In giving it, you will accumulate a deposit of joy greater than you ever believed possible.
How you think about a problem is more important than the problem itself - so always think positively.
Go at life with abandon; give it all you’ve got. And life will give all it has to you.
By Norman Vincent Peale: “Positive Thinking Every Day” (6 December 1993)
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Norman Vincent Peale was born 31 May 1898 in Bowersville, Ohio, United States of America. He became a Christian minister in the Reformed Church in America, a professional speaker, a progenitor of ‘positive thinking,’ and a writer. He is known as the author of the book, “The Power of Positive Thinking” (1952). Norman Vincent Peale passed on at 95 years of age on 24 December 1993 in Prawling, New York, United States of America.
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It Doesn’t Pay To Fret
My Dear -
When you go out to take a skate
Upon the slippery ice,
Remember, dear old running mate,
And heed a friend’s advice.
Don’t skate too far without a breath;
Don’t try too great a speed;
Or you may skate yourself to death,
Of which there is no need.
Just strike out with an easy stroke;
Just take a moderate gait;
Don’t go too fast, yet do not poke;
Don’t hurry, neither wait.
Just try to take things as they are.
Don’t fret about the weather.
You’ll live as long - please don’t forget -
By cutting out the worry.
It’s useless, quite, to fume and fret,
And just as bad to hurry.
By William Henry Dawson
William Henry Dawson, also known as W. H. Dawson, was born in 1853. He became a poet. He is known as the author of the book, “Sunshine of Hope, and Other Poems” (1910). William Henry Dawson passed on at about 75 years of age in 1928.
My Dear -
When you go out to take a skate
Upon the slippery ice,
Remember, dear old running mate,
And heed a friend’s advice.
Don’t skate too far without a breath;
Don’t try too great a speed;
Or you may skate yourself to death,
Of which there is no need.
Just strike out with an easy stroke;
Just take a moderate gait;
Don’t go too fast, yet do not poke;
Don’t hurry, neither wait.
Just try to take things as they are.
Don’t fret about the weather.
You’ll live as long - please don’t forget -
By cutting out the worry.
It’s useless, quite, to fume and fret,
And just as bad to hurry.
By William Henry Dawson
William Henry Dawson, also known as W. H. Dawson, was born in 1853. He became a poet. He is known as the author of the book, “Sunshine of Hope, and Other Poems” (1910). William Henry Dawson passed on at about 75 years of age in 1928.
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Today
I’ve shut the door on yesterday -
Its sorrows and mistakes;
I’ve locked within its gloomy walls
Past failures and heartaches.
And now I throw the key away
To seek another room,
And furnish it with hope and smiles,
And every spring-time bloom.
No thought shall enter this abode
That has a hint of pain,
And envy, malice, and distrust
Shall never entrance gain.
I’ve shut the door on yesterday
And thrown the key away, -
Tomorrow holds no fear for me,
Since I have found today.
By Vivian Yeiser Laramore: as published in “Leslie’s Weekly” (October 1919)
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Vivian Laramore Rader was born as Vivian K. Yeiser on 16 November 1892 in Saint Louis, Missouri, United States of America, as the daughter of William Charter Yeiser and Carrie Blaine Yeiser. She took an interest in poetry, and became the editor of her high school’s literary magazine, the “Oracle,” in which she had some of her first poems published. In April 1912, she married Robert Eugene Larimore, and the couple eventually moved to the state of Florida, where Vivian taught poetry writing both at Barry College and to small classes at her home. She was appointed poet laureate of Florida on 13 October 1931 and held the position for the rest of her life. Her first book of poetry was “Poems” (1924), and others include “Green Acres” (1926), “Flamingo” (1932), and “Ode to Life” (1967). Her husband Robert Eugene Laramore passed on in 1936. In 1946, Vivian married Paul Carlton Rader. Vivian Laramore Rader passed on at 83 years of age on 20 December 1975.
I’ve shut the door on yesterday -
Its sorrows and mistakes;
I’ve locked within its gloomy walls
Past failures and heartaches.
And now I throw the key away
To seek another room,
And furnish it with hope and smiles,
And every spring-time bloom.
No thought shall enter this abode
That has a hint of pain,
And envy, malice, and distrust
Shall never entrance gain.
I’ve shut the door on yesterday
And thrown the key away, -
Tomorrow holds no fear for me,
Since I have found today.
By Vivian Yeiser Laramore: as published in “Leslie’s Weekly” (October 1919)
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Vivian Laramore Rader was born as Vivian K. Yeiser on 16 November 1892 in Saint Louis, Missouri, United States of America, as the daughter of William Charter Yeiser and Carrie Blaine Yeiser. She took an interest in poetry, and became the editor of her high school’s literary magazine, the “Oracle,” in which she had some of her first poems published. In April 1912, she married Robert Eugene Larimore, and the couple eventually moved to the state of Florida, where Vivian taught poetry writing both at Barry College and to small classes at her home. She was appointed poet laureate of Florida on 13 October 1931 and held the position for the rest of her life. Her first book of poetry was “Poems” (1924), and others include “Green Acres” (1926), “Flamingo” (1932), and “Ode to Life” (1967). Her husband Robert Eugene Laramore passed on in 1936. In 1946, Vivian married Paul Carlton Rader. Vivian Laramore Rader passed on at 83 years of age on 20 December 1975.
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Growing Smiles
A smile is quite a funny thing,
It wrinkles up your face,
And when it’s gone, you never find
Its secret hiding place . . .
But far more wonderful it is
To see what smiles can do;
You smile at one, he smiles at you,
And so one smile makes two.
He smiles at someone since you smiled,
And then that one smiles back;
And that one smiles, until in truth
You fail in keeping track.
Now since a smile can do great good
By cheering hearts of care,
Let’s smile and smile, and not forget
That smiles go everywhere.
By Author Unknown
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A smile is quite a funny thing,
It wrinkles up your face,
And when it’s gone, you never find
Its secret hiding place . . .
But far more wonderful it is
To see what smiles can do;
You smile at one, he smiles at you,
And so one smile makes two.
He smiles at someone since you smiled,
And then that one smiles back;
And that one smiles, until in truth
You fail in keeping track.
Now since a smile can do great good
By cheering hearts of care,
Let’s smile and smile, and not forget
That smiles go everywhere.
By Author Unknown
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Twelve Priceless Qualities Of Success
1. The value of time.
2. The success of perseverance.
3. The pleasure of working.
4. The dignity of simplicity.
5. The worth of character.
6. The power of kindness.
7. The influence of example.
8. The obligation of duty.
9. The wisdom of economy.
10. The virtue of patience.
11. The improvement of talent.
12. The joy of originating.
By Marshall Field
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Marshall Field was born in 1834. He was an American entrepreneur and the founder of Marshall Field and Company, the Chicago-based department stores. His business was renowned for its then-exceptional level of quality and customer service. Field is also known for some of his philanthropic donations, providing funding for the Field Museum of Natural History and donating land for the campus of the University of Chicago. Marshall Field passed on in 1906.
1. The value of time.
2. The success of perseverance.
3. The pleasure of working.
4. The dignity of simplicity.
5. The worth of character.
6. The power of kindness.
7. The influence of example.
8. The obligation of duty.
9. The wisdom of economy.
10. The virtue of patience.
11. The improvement of talent.
12. The joy of originating.
By Marshall Field
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Marshall Field was born in 1834. He was an American entrepreneur and the founder of Marshall Field and Company, the Chicago-based department stores. His business was renowned for its then-exceptional level of quality and customer service. Field is also known for some of his philanthropic donations, providing funding for the Field Museum of Natural History and donating land for the campus of the University of Chicago. Marshall Field passed on in 1906.
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Little Ways To Happiness
The little ways to happiness
Are not so hard to find;
They may not lead to starry heights
But to a tranquil mind.
A peeping flower, an open book,
A song of cheer, or word of praise;
The Sun’s bright smile, the zephyr’s* kiss,
Are signposts to the happy ways.
The touch of love or sympathy,
A friendly hand to grasp,
Or sharing thoughts with one more dear
In understanding clasp;
The laughter of a child at play,
Or trusting doggy eyes;
Life shows us every day some joy
That any one of us might prize.
By Nora M. Carter
*zephyr: a soft, gentle breeze
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The little ways to happiness
Are not so hard to find;
They may not lead to starry heights
But to a tranquil mind.
A peeping flower, an open book,
A song of cheer, or word of praise;
The Sun’s bright smile, the zephyr’s* kiss,
Are signposts to the happy ways.
The touch of love or sympathy,
A friendly hand to grasp,
Or sharing thoughts with one more dear
In understanding clasp;
The laughter of a child at play,
Or trusting doggy eyes;
Life shows us every day some joy
That any one of us might prize.
By Nora M. Carter
*zephyr: a soft, gentle breeze
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Recipe From The Garden Of Daily Living
Plant three rows of peas:
1. Peas of mind.
2. Peas of heart.
3. Peas of soul.
Plant four rows of squash:
1. Squash gossip.
2. Squash indifference.
3. Squash grumbling.
4. Squash selfishness.
Plant four rows of lettuce:
1. Lettuce be faithful.
2. Lettuce be kind.
3. Lettuce be patient.
4. Lettuce really love one another.
No garden is without turnips:
1. Turnip for meetings.
2. Turnip for service.
3. Turnip to help one another.
To complete our garden, we must have thyme:
1. Thyme for each other.
2. Thyme for family.
3. Thyme for friends.
Water freely with patience and cultivate with love. There is much fruit in your garden because as you sow so shall you reap.
By Author Unknown
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Plant three rows of peas:
1. Peas of mind.
2. Peas of heart.
3. Peas of soul.
Plant four rows of squash:
1. Squash gossip.
2. Squash indifference.
3. Squash grumbling.
4. Squash selfishness.
Plant four rows of lettuce:
1. Lettuce be faithful.
2. Lettuce be kind.
3. Lettuce be patient.
4. Lettuce really love one another.
No garden is without turnips:
1. Turnip for meetings.
2. Turnip for service.
3. Turnip to help one another.
To complete our garden, we must have thyme:
1. Thyme for each other.
2. Thyme for family.
3. Thyme for friends.
Water freely with patience and cultivate with love. There is much fruit in your garden because as you sow so shall you reap.
By Author Unknown
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Anything Is Possible
Anything is possible,
If you think it is worthwhile
If you’re willing to go the distance,
To go the extra mile.
With determination and effort,
You can often achieve more
Because you don’t always get what you wish,
But what you work for.
Dreams can become challenging,
But no matter what the cost
Strive to complete the task before you,
And you’ll never end up lost.
So bring with you your goals,
And leave your doubts behind
Whether you think you can or can’t,
You certainly will find
You’ll be right either way -
So never quit, and this is why:
You’ll never become a failure,
Until you fail to try.
By Melissa Underwood
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Anything is possible,
If you think it is worthwhile
If you’re willing to go the distance,
To go the extra mile.
With determination and effort,
You can often achieve more
Because you don’t always get what you wish,
But what you work for.
Dreams can become challenging,
But no matter what the cost
Strive to complete the task before you,
And you’ll never end up lost.
So bring with you your goals,
And leave your doubts behind
Whether you think you can or can’t,
You certainly will find
You’ll be right either way -
So never quit, and this is why:
You’ll never become a failure,
Until you fail to try.
By Melissa Underwood
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What To Count
Don’t count how many years
you’ve spent,
Just count the good
you’ve done;
The times you’ve lent
a helping hand,
The friends that you have won.
Count your deeds of kindness,
The smiles, not the tears;
Count all the pleasures
that you’ve had,
But never count the years.
By Emilie Barnes
Emilie Barnes was born as Emilie Klein on 12 April 1938 in Encino, California, United States of America. She was married to Bob Barnes. She became a writer and a lecturer, and is remembered as the author of more than 80 books, including “More Hours in My Day” (28 January 1989) and “If Teacups Could Talk” (1 October 1994). Emilie Barnes passed on at 78 years of age on 31 August 2016 in Newport Beach, California, United States of America.
Don’t count how many years
you’ve spent,
Just count the good
you’ve done;
The times you’ve lent
a helping hand,
The friends that you have won.
Count your deeds of kindness,
The smiles, not the tears;
Count all the pleasures
that you’ve had,
But never count the years.
By Emilie Barnes
Emilie Barnes was born as Emilie Klein on 12 April 1938 in Encino, California, United States of America. She was married to Bob Barnes. She became a writer and a lecturer, and is remembered as the author of more than 80 books, including “More Hours in My Day” (28 January 1989) and “If Teacups Could Talk” (1 October 1994). Emilie Barnes passed on at 78 years of age on 31 August 2016 in Newport Beach, California, United States of America.
