only so many hours in the day, i check my watch as it slips away

i need to be aware that once its’ gone its’ gone

so i try to make choices that will help me feel productive and strong

the day that was given, is the day that’s gone

i made a deal with myself and time , it wouldn’t haunt me as long as i tried

to live each day giving, that’s the secret , from inside

and the opportunities that present themselves to be of service to others

i welcome with open arms and an open mind, because as the hand keeps moving

i’m okay knowing i tried