Life Questions

Recently, I turned the big 6-0!  Being in my sixth decade, I feel obliged to convey some wisdom to anyone who will listen...

Advice from a 60-year old

What IF’s

What if I fail?  Give it a try,

What if I lose? Play anyway,

What if others think I’m a fool?  Let them think,

What if others don’t like me?  Like yourself,

What if I make a mistake? Nobody is perfect,

What if they laugh at me?  Laugh with them,

What if I get bullied?  Stand your ground,

What if someone mistreats me?  Tell someone,

What if I feel like a failure?  Think positively,

What if I feel all alone?  God is always there,

What if I fall down?  Get back up again,

What if I fall again?  Get back up again,

What if I don’t feel loved?  God loves you,

What if I’m not smart enough?  You are,

What if I’m not the best at something?  Do your best,

What if I try but don’t succeed?  Try harder,

What if I’m scared?  Faith is stronger than fear,

What if I think I’m a bad person?  You are a child of God,

What if I have lost all hope?  Hope is never lost, just misplaced,

What if I don’t like myself?  Change your mind,

What if I have no friends?  Make friends,

What if there is no one to talk to?  Pray to God,

What if I need help?  Please ask,

What if I no longer want to live?  Seek guidance immediately!

Tammy Harvey

Written:  1/22/2020