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Poetry by Jim Wilson
Jim Wilson grew up 12 miles south of Van Horn, Texas, later graduated from TAMU Vet school in 1973. He practiced 42 years in Abilene. In 2015, he and his wife moved to Burton, the place he began writing poetry, which he sees as observation and intuition “given” to record a message. He’s published 6 poetry books and won several awards and recognitions. If interested in more of his poetry, contact Marposa Press, 3401 South Treadway Blvd, Abilene, TX 79602.
Opportunity Knocks Now
These are the best of times as far as I know.
Do what I can. Help others. Don’t miss a turn. Don’t complain.
Someday times may be really bad. I may not be able to do or help.
It will be consolation to know, that when I could have—I did.
These are the best of times as far as I know.
We must not become tired of doing good. We will Receive our harvest of eternal life at the right time if We do not give up. When we have the opportunity To help anyone, we should do it.
Gal 6:9-19a NCV
Did You Know? Cows have best friends & get stressed when they are separated.
Empathy
When you are cold can you feel the chill of all the winter homeless.
When in pain the hurt of all the sick and injured.
When sad the tears of all the crying.
If you can use your blessing and reach out.
I was hungry, and you gave me food. I was thirsty, and you gave ee something to drink. I was alone and away from home, and you Invited me into your house. I was without clothes, and you gave me Something to wear. I was sick and you cared for me. I was in prison And you visited me.
Matt 25:35-36 (NCV) Praise the Progress
At any given time under most circumstances I think I am doing the best I can regardless of what it looks like.
If I am trying just a little bit it will look better tomorrow.
Please come back and check. Maybe praise the progress. But beware—what you say could be positively motivational.
