“One Day to Live” is a thought-provoking poem that invites readers to contemplate their priorities and values. The poem poses poignant questions about how one would spend their final day, ultimately urging readers to cherish the present moment and make the most of every opportunity.
One Day to Live
If you had one day to live
What things would you do
Finish off your bucket list
Visit a friend or twoWould you rush to see your children
Visit your parents frantically
Would you want to die alone
Or surrounded by familyWould you get right with God
And spend the day in prayer
Or would you get angry with Him
And complain how life’s not fairWould you spend the day laughing
Or crying because you’re sad
Would you dwell on past regrets
Or appreciate what you’ve hadBecause tomorrow isn’t promised
No matter what you plan
So you better get busy living
The best way that you canAnd make time to make memories
With all the love you can give
By spending each blessed day
As If you had one day to live
David Ritter
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Memories for Keeps includes captivating poems like “Gone Fishing,” “One Day to Live,” “The Fork in the Road,” and “Lost at Sea.” Dive into the pages and let your heart wander! Available for download or print on Amazon.
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MEMORIES FOR KEEPS
A collection of poetry that reveals one man’s feelings about the world around him. With spirituality the centerpiece of most of his writings, the author touches the hearts and minds of readers with hope, peace, love, humility, wisdom, and wit. While tackling topics ranging from grief to fatherhood, from addictions to friendships, this writer captures the essence of a born-again, alcoholic dad who is grateful to have finally found serenity in life. Today, through this collection of both old and new works, he shares that serenity with you!
BOTTLED MEMORIES
These stand-alone poems were written over many years. While individually they describe the conflicts associated with alcoholism, when read together they reveal a more complete picture of the destruction, depression, and chaos of addiction, as well as the peace, hope, and joy of recovery. Although most of these poems pertain to my life, it is my hope that other people will relate to them also. It’s not only my story but the story of so many others.
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