Why Not You

Why Not You? 
Poet: Julie Hebert, © 2012 

Growing up we are told many things,
One being, you can do anything.
But somewhere between child and adult,
Things change and we no longer sing.

Life takes on a whole different meaning,
From what we may have first believed.
We all get so caught up in what life expects,
And forget what we all could achieve.

Whoever told you, you weren't allow,
To follow all of your dreams?
Was it someone who took away your dream,
Or was it you who was afraid of your schemes.

Whatever the reason, I now must ask,
Why not you, don't you think
It's time for you to take control of your life,
So you'll be happy to look back with no regret.

Do Less 
Poet: Julie Hebert, © 2012 

Hectic lives never stop,
And we are sucked into the craze.
We go and we go never taking a break,
Life flies by in a haze.

One day we will look back and realize some things,
Like how much we've missed out on.
Holidays, parties, vacations and sports,
We will wonder where life has gone.

So before we find ourselves looking back,
Let's evaluate our life as it is.
Although life is short and we shouldn't over think,
Let's not waste a day with a quiz.

But we can do more relaxing and do less,
To enjoy the pleasures of life.
Think of something you've always wanted to do,
And make the time to just do it.