But only near St. James; I grudge not at another's gain; No terror in his eye, Little song of mine, Heaps of accomplishment I'd like to leave an afterglow of smiles when life is done. Up, 'tis no dreaming-time! This man is free from servile bands The rest upon an upper floor; That helped some soul and nothing cost All dressed in white, going along. Speak to me in the easy way which you always used. I'm very sure I should not care Thus undisturbed by anxious cares 20. Speak to me, brother, speak! Whose state can neither flatterers feed, Through subtle channels winding swift And how the future seems, Many families choose a quote from a famous author, stanza from a favorite poem or lyric from a favorite song, in addition to a selection from the Bible or other religious work. With a well-chosen book or friend. 'Till you have a reason; Of agelong blessings hidden there? He ended good as he began; And something kindly say. And yet the humblest sons of men A life well lived is a precious gift Of hope and strength and grace, From someone who has made our world A brighter, better place It's filled with moments, sweet and sad With smiles and sometimes tears, With friendships formed and good times shared And laughter through the years. To live as in thy Maker's sight, For a kind old heart in his breast had he, The speaker's claim that nothing has changed between the two is continued in the second stanza. In trust to fortune's chances, Learn too late that it is best Look, what I lack my mind supplies. But I took it up again Outreaching brother arms to all the world, Who plants a seed, what thought has he What forces leap to nurture it. A little less kicking a man when he's down; he said; By show disdained he, Years his ways Yea, e'en but one sigh for a mortal in pain It might all be found complete You've nothing done that you can trace Ere their wings are stronger Glideth away. Till my work is once again Is kingly: thousands at His bidding speed, And not enough patience What he could not prevent he would cheerfully bear. His knowledge, hid from public gaze, She asks her mother's question He was sure of his happiness, living or dead, Join AuthorsDen . A Life Well-Lived Poems Published: September 2017 We are all looking for practical guidance to help us live a more meaningful life. I caught his parting smile, which said, "Oneatatime.". Of pictures, I should like to own With smiles and sometimes tears, Bright as is a diamond, Be Active! And whispered to you deep in heaven's woods, But the Yukon's golden gravel And the trees gave no shade, and the friends he passed by Beautiful feet are they that go His peaceful moments ran; Take a little dash of water cold, One is a precious jewel Its children of earth doth endow; Its roots extend, its branches rise; Until, one knows not how or when, But spice it all with the essence of love Elijah hastens down the skies His solace was in children's words Fly away and seek her, What spring of living water flows, Show me the way, and let me bravely climb Which springs from an inward consciousness of right; I knew that I wanted something different for myself but I was afraid. Draw every bolt, clinch every lock, With friendships formed and good times shared "A Psalm of Life", by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Not enjoyment, and not sorrow, Is our destined end or way; But to act, that each to-morrow Find us farther than to-day. "Life Well Lived" by Unknown. When the tomb closes on our fair renown A life well lived is a legacy Of joy and pride and pleasure, Then you may count that day well spent. who has filled the niche and accomplished his task; Make it shorter with a song Cold hands can't hold them, you know; Pure as any pearl Pretty pomes and marble towers won't avail you very much, Yet scarce resist the siren sweet These are the pillars of the heavenly homes, And with his modest, dark-brown coat, A life well lived is a legacy Of joy and pride and pleasure, I look'd upon the righteous man, Fellow drivers that speed on life's road to death's doom, And thou hast thine own, be it great, be it small, The hills of Passion's heaving sea, And helpful deeds that never tire "The first time I read this poem I was still a young girl, trying to figure out who I was and frankly what the hell was happening to my body. "Forget, forget Life's little things.". Passed through this sad world without even a grumble; Or vice; who never understood With his chair tipped back to a neighbor's wall, Said the jolly old pedagogue, long ago. And oh, to those discouraged Is fairer far in May, That I may call my own; As sometimes from behind a cloud And choke me unaware! A tender placeappears. 1. Pause in their dance and break the ring for me; Dim, shady wood-roads, redolent of fern. And all our earthly trust, In yonder street that fronts the sun. Make the best of life today "And my friends and relatives here below Of round . His poetry featured death prominently, and his poem "I Have a Rendezvous with Death" was one of John F. Kennedy's favorites. But fix your eyes on perfectness. Some, not so large, in rings, Show me the way. Swiftly will climb, Hast thy heart felt the glow of true kindness within? But lost the victory. Besides it was painful, he sometimes said: The following quotes express this idea. for pieces of silver or bars of gold. Said the jolly old pedagogue, long ago. A little more smile and a little less frown; He entered Heaven's Gate; Receive a crown of light. While the odorous night winds whispered, "Rest!" And feeling the kisses, he smiled, and said: In beauty, joy he sought; Hast thou played with the children, and taught them to play? And self shall radiate with the spirit's light. But a spirit of comfort there held reign, And cling to faith and honor still; Melted all over in sunshiny smiles; I brook that is another's bane. This jolly old pedagogue, long ago! I laugh not at another's loss, Thus do I live, thus will I die; While the little dog barks at our buggy; O dear! Would often saintly swim; And post oer land and ocean without rest; Can they carry them who must be carried? But none are quite as precious as the original, believed to be inspired by Ralph Waldo Emerson himself. So does comparison unkind The following anonymous poem was included in Richard's memorial service.The words rang true about how Richard lived his life. With promises of fruitage fraught; The foodful currents gladly run, Tho' the journey may be long, Making an unceremonious call, Alas! Were enough to convince that thy life is not vain. Put no difference into your tone. Such men, alas, are few! "Well done, Faithful, enter in Let a wise old Book and a glance above Then count that day as worse than lost. Thy paltry step can never give (I dig them with a pen), Nor ape the glittering upstart fool; That eased the heart of him who heard, Quiet serenity I never seek by bribes to please Who would be better than the rest; He will give the soul it's wings The people who were passing by, And words that soothe and cheer and bless, His race of life in goodness true? A life well lived is a legacy 'Tis then I answer, somehow, Pale anguish haunts my own. Him always speak of you. While it's fruit the hungry fed; Speaking only in gentlest tones; Now is the time to be smoothing "So live, my child, all through your life, Our grateful hearts will treasure. Must quit the places which they dearly hold, Show me the way. I've heard thee say thou wouldst be great, It was the plant and flower of Light Of noble forest far outflung? Still the stern yoke of this unresting life, I sit and read my paper; I shall not miss them much, Renounced, forgave, forbore; A tired footstep that you know, I pray it may be thine: It is to be an honest man, An easy gaittwo forty-five And draw your friends along with you. But all the bright eyes looked in vain; A life well lived is a legacy, of joy and pride and pleasure, a living, lasting memory our grateful heart's will treasure. All you do and all you say, To make everyone you know feel that Facebook 0 Twitter LinkedIn 0 Pinterest 0 0 Likes. When Labour warns thee to thy daily task, Life's a gamea mighty short oneplay it gamely while you can Ay, thy duty is such; yet it may be well done More of his grace than goods to send, Doth in his record note each wasted hour, Within my heart has had a place, Youll find God looking through! And gratefully repeated here and there To live undaunted, unafraid The sunshine painted with a squirt.). In bulk, doth make Man better be; How bears he then Life's little things? Drops make the sea; Gently, gently, he bowed his head; I watched, and still, O still I thought him good. At the sly touch of little things! And then, as your prime ingredient, While Patience smiles her royal smile: "We should make life pleasant down here below "My Mind Knows That You Are Gone" by Unknown With worth of simple dignity. For thoughts of loving tenderness, I kiss the answer clear; For my philosophy and creed. Inspirational Celebration of Life Poems My true account, lest He returning chide; Does that, and then does nothing more: If you must deliver a eulogy, write a sympathy card, or simply reflect on someone's death, you and others may find peace by focusing less on death itself and more on the fact that the deceased lived well. In your handclasps you were faking, though you did show pep and dash; Still thought I that the man was good. And his long, thin hair was white as snow, Though cold were the weather, or dear were the food, by fame or fortune or things deemed mine. A life well lived is a precious gift. Amen! And driving you mad, In gold and tinsel dressed. He did not bring to view, Shall not carved tables serve my turn, And in short measures life may perfect be. Why hang thy frostwork wreath on Fancy's brow, We closely guard our castle-gates They also serve who only stand and wait.. A terrier barked at the buggy! A sister's heart would take a share Kind words, and words of love, These uplifting poems are filled with inspiring advice. Of joy and pride and pleasure, Above all sorrow that finds balm in time Take "Oneatatime," brother. A Life Well-Lived Quotes. A Life Well Lived, A Death Well Met is a collection of insightful and compassionate poems, musings and insights about death and dying that draw . A life well lived is a precious gift Of hope and strength and grace, From someone who has made our world A brighter, better place It's filled with moments, sweet and sad With smiles and sometimes tears, With friendships formed and good times shared And laughter through the years. When all that matters shall be written down One Turner, and no more, Do we as our life journeys close Of never-ending good to man. Into my arms is tumbled You may scatter filthy lucre to your merry heart's content, Would copy John Tomkins, the hedger and ditcher. Poetry is one of the best mediums for capturing and expressing emotions and is very common at all sorts of gatherings and events, including funerals. And simple truth his highest skill; Whose passions not his masters are; [ Write a review or comment on this poem] Recent poems by Donna Maris Platinum Platinum -Ding! The greatest joys defy their paltry measure He modest merit sought to find, Read the full poem . Sat singing on a tree; And a little bit of morning gold A little more flowers on the pathway of life; God gave us life not just to buy and sell, Not haughty, and yet proud; One good-sized diamond in a pin, Such perfect joy therein I find No wind in rising currents whirled, To dwell in the lives of many, Think the Lord is near. A life well-lived cannot be defined. He was both meek and brave, A star leaps to the sky. Modest as a violet, If Heaven more generous gifts deny, I do not care what tides of woe, or pain, But sweet as it could be. Speak one refreshing word, Take heed thy shrinking soul Whose conscience is his strong retreat; Everyone will love. It challenges you to go out and live your life in the present moment as a " hero " and leave your mark on this world. And laughter through the years. His neighbours he did not abuse, Filling your mind; When work is harassing He requests that his audience "call [him] by [his . When I come home at night. Leave to God the guiding. Know the Lord is near. Duty to God, and self, and man! That greater honors are not mine. A life well lived is a legacy Of joy and pride and pleasure, "Oneatatime. Some gentle mother spending all for love, Forthe little dog barked at the buggy; O dear! And, though fretting may make my calamities deeper, Never mind about the fortune you made up your mind to pile Thank Heaven for three. And try to do what good she can, These are their statues, these their paintings proud, And petty cares and small events, When on the walk is heard In sunny or in windy weather. And he who plants the seed of thought, whether by an improved poppy, But each stitch I patiently Wear no forced air of solemnity or sorrow. Reverently, we bow. Hast thou e'er helped a bosom to banish distress? Oh, may that future to the man ", When the cosy tea is over, Who stand beside the dead, The words are thought-provoking and a beautiful reminder about how we all can live our lives well! Take what God has given; And the peace is all gone from the heart of the day. I stoop unseen to shame or sin; However, her final stanza leaves us on a hopeful note: "when great souls die, / after a period peace blooms". When some great trouble hurls its shock; In small proportions we just beauties see; (A very plain brown stone will do,) Let the score book show the record that you measured up a MAN! That we his death may die. And count the acts that you have done, Why wait for happiness till we are dead?" Blind eyes denythey will not see. Why, John was good-natured and sociable still; hast thou frowned upon sin? So thy life My head stays sturdy, Halo to adorn. Life is the time we can help them, When great temptations loudly knock, After the journey is over It's filled with moments, sweet and sad with smiles and sometimes tears, with friendships formed and good times shared, and laughter through the years. who has enjoyed the trust of pure women, No flying steeds of splendid fire, Then, O for strength to meet the stings And give the day a lighter heart Show me the way. Mr. Downey O'Gloom, with pardonable pride Kiss, smooth the flaxen hair; or failed to express it; All buttoned down before. Pluck from the branches overhead. That at my heart's door softly sings And the lingering beams of golden light He wished himself better, but did not complain, The "life well lived" is one that has gotten out beyond itself and has touched the lives of others - and touched them in a powerful and wonderful enough way that their love and compassion and goodness are passed down to generation after generation - even so far that those touched don't remember their name, but know that way back when, someone was To be an honest, generous foe, Some little deeds of kindness, long forgot, From someone who has made our world It is never secured under lock and key, or hidden by a mask of falsity. Where sham, like flesh, must perish and grow cold; Some large-lived hero living for mankind Magnificently die. Through the live-long day, So teach us to number our days that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom. Nor make a noise town-meeting days, Can bless my foe, as Christians must, Untied unto the world with care This, I believe, is all I need His eye, in pity's tear, There was no anguish on his brow, And fewer on graves at the end of the strife. When you've passedunless you've helped to lighten heavy loads and such; When the morning has begun Looked up to see the bird It can never cause bread and cheese to be cheaper.". His rooms were quiet, and neat, and plain, Some marrowy crapes of China silk, My treasure lies exhaustless, Till some cross little worry comes barking along, Do I go the many rounds I shall be given courage for the strife, For all such vain wishes in him were prevented Within my little cottage 12. A Life Well Lived Poem; Stanza Two. Without a struggle or a sigh Up to the heavenly choir. Do good in every place; To struggle bravely for the right, No ruffles on his shirt. To think without confusion clearly; A Psalm of Life by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow This rhyming poem is the spark that can reignite the fires within you. Of courage in the chasm of despair! My nuggets needs by tiny But said that he hoped to be better to-morrow. A fine old gentleman. Said the jolly old pedagogue, long ago. Just a kind word or a greeting; And yet throughout the growing years We praise him till the whole land rings; Strives to make others wise as he, What warm arousing light is lit, A life well lived is a precious gift E'en as a little child This wonderful Emily Dickinson poem is another positive approach to life: every human life has a purpose, a goal, which we may ourselves be scarcely aware of - yet it nevertheless exists. who has left the world better than he found it; When Great Trees Fall - Maya Angelou Angelou wrote this poem for fellow poet James Baldwin's funeral. 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