Forget each kindness that you do
as soon as you have done it;
Forget the praise that falls to you
the moment you have won it.

Forget the slander that you hear
before you can repeat it;
Forget each slight, each spite, each sneer,
wherever you may meet it.

Remember every kindness done
whatever be its measure;
Remember praise by others won,
and pass it on with pleasure.

Remember every promise made
and keep it to the letter;
Remember those who lend you aid,
and be a grateful debtor.

Remember all the happiness
that comes your way in living;
Forget each worry and distress,
be hopeful and forgiving.

Remember good, remember truth,
remember Heaven above you;
And you will find through age and youth,
that many hearts will love you.


one of my fav

-Elya-