I have never had a bucket list–
a list of things I wish to do before I die.
What I do have is a HOPE CHEST that is for things
I want to accomplish while I LIVE.
In my walk through this wilderness
called the world…
I HOPE to experience the adventure I crave, and I do.
I HOPE to enjoy my family to the fullest every day, and I do.
I HOPE to help strangers along the way and
be able to call them my FRIEND, my NEIGHBOR ,and I do!
I enjoy every sunrise and every rainy day.
I cry when I lose a loved one along the way…
I remember the joy we had despite the emptiness left.
If I am sick, I tell myself that I will be well again
and don’t just relish the agony and the pain.
Groaning to any ear that pauses to listen
and commiserate.
I wear a smile, I AM the smile that I wish to
see reflected in every way.
I HOPE my chest is full of love, and giving
and appreciation for living.
I HOPE you feel the same.
I HOPE you find your passion
and follow it to the end.
Be sure to share your hope
with your family and friends.
Remember buckets end up empty
but HOPE never ends.