Dooley Noted: 6/17/2014
We reluctantly shudder as we hit our snooze.
Wake. Live. Repeat.
We carry on as if there’s nothing to lose.
Wake. Live. Repeat.
We gather excuses like coin collections.
Wake. Live. Repeat.
We miss the big picture in all our inspections.
Wake. Live. Repeat.
We hit our rock bottoms and throw health away.
Wake. Live. Repeat.
We exist as if guaranteed a make-up day.
Wake. Live. Repeat.
We can turn it around whenever we choose.
Wake. Live. Repeat.
We can take back control and turn off the cruise.
Wake. Live. Repeat.
We crave the strength and hire some help.
Wake. Live. Repeat.
We know, all the while, strength comes from the self.
Wake. Live. Repeat.
We start to look inward, and see the reflections.
Wake. Live. Repeat.
We learn not to shun but embrace imperfections.
Wake. Live. Repeat.
We reach out to others in multiple forums.
Wake. Live. Repeat.
We speak with respect and maintain decorums.
Wake. Live. Repeat.
We give to our fullest, remembering to thank.
Wake. Live. Repeat.
We learn to spend without draining the tank.
Wake. Live. Repeat.
We shirk the fears and try anyway.
Wake. Live. Repeat.
We now understand that there’s only today.
Wake. Live. Repeat.
We earn our accolades, finding our voice.
Wake. Live. Repeat.
We discern that happiness is simply a choice.
Wake. Live. Repeat.
We find our truths and toss out the fuss.
Wake. Live. Repeat.
When push comes to shove, it’s all up to us –
How we wake, live, and repeat.
– Dr. Kathy Dooley