won’t let my dread rise to a head
joy radiates from gratitude
no need to bleed I’ve often said
won’t let dread rise to a head
best to read or have a good feed
then review my own attitude
won’t let dread rise to a head
let joy arise from gratitude
d’Verse, almost a triolet, Frank
Gratitude is everything. When we see the beauty in the world around us and in others, life is altogether different. Love the photograph…such serenity. Your poem catches that sunbeam of hope…we must continuously celebrate each beam of light that crosses our path.
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very well said Linda, thanks for adding your wisdom!
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Joy truly radiates from gratitude, Kate. ❤️
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absolutely sis!
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Always something for which to be thankful. 😉
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“(A) good feed.” Certainly, Kate! Thus, you’ve provisioned yourself admirably. (Naturally, I’d focus on that particular aspect, wouldn’t I?)
In common with your writing, each phrase supplies the reader with a wealth of inspiration. A good feed – nourishing, tasty, satisfying. A healthy meal would supply this sustenance, of course, as would all manner of nutrition, both physical and mental.
What treats have Chef Kate prepared for us today?
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lol in your dreams Keith … not a name I’ve ever been called before, you obviously don’t know me!
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Remember your French – “chef” is the short version of “chef de cuisine,” chief of the kitchen.
Your kitchen, Kate, your rules. Let your appetite and your creativity inspire something. Chef the heck out of your kitchen!
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I cook on a single butane cooker on a wee table outside … tend to reserve my kitchen for dirty dishes 😎
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You need some dose of gratitude against that dread.
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They say a heart full of gratitude is a heart full of joy and this poem says it all kate..
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thanks so much Mich … how are you?
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Been busy again Kate, but here i am trying to squeeze in some time again blogging.. double the fact that we have had several csses of Covid 19 here already so i take extra time to personally send to and from my kids to wherever they go instead of taking the public transpo. Two.of my daughters were sick for a while too.
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Beautiful. Loved the picture too, so adorable they are
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Excellent mindset, SweetKate! 🙂
Living with an attitude of gratitude always makes life better!
HUGS!!! 🙂
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helps lift us out of the quagmire Carolyn … how are you?
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Good! Having a super busy weekend, though. Which is okay…making it a good balance of work/chores and fun fun FUN! 😉
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A good self talk Kate.
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Beautifully said Kate.
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Food for thought, Kate.
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it does help Robbie 🙂
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Self attitude checks are often helpful. It pays to be self aware so we can adjust before it spills into other lives!
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well said Val, everything has a ripple effect!
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Love this, Kate. Fighting the good fight.
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So true Kate, gratitude is a game changer. Love is the way!
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Good observation and advice: “let joy arise from gratitude”
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Ah! good feed that’s all.
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healthy food boosts our immune system 🙂
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and good thought our soul.
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