Wednesday What Not #4

Twelve years ago today, the world witnessed a horrific tragedy.  In the years that have passed since 2001, Americans have come together to support, protect and care for those directly and indirectly affected.

From that support and care have come countless pieces of art in the form of photographs, paintings and poems.  Below is an except from a very powerful poem that illustrates the importance of always counting  your blessings and never taking anything (not even a day) for granted!

My thoughts and prayers are with everyone today.

"But just in case I might be wrong,
and today is all I get,
I'd like to say how much I love you
and I hope we never forget.

Tomorrow is not promised to anyone,
young or old alike,
And today may be the last chance
you get to hold your loved one tight.

So if you're waiting for tomorrow,
why not do it today?
For if tomorrow never comes,
you'll surely regret the day,

That you didn't take that extra time
for a smile, a hug, or a kiss
and you were too busy to grant someone,
what turned out to be their one last wish.

So hold your loved ones close today,
and whisper in their ear,
Tell them how much you love them
and that you'll always hold them dear

Take time to say "! I'm sorry,"
"Please forgive me," "Thank you," or "It's okay! ."
And if tomorrow never comes,
you'll have no regrets about today."