Things I’ve Learned

I’ve Learned
That if I don’t take care of myself,
I can’t take care of anyone else.

I’ve Learned
That whatever you need
In a hurry will be in someone else’s room

I’ve Learned
That reality is what is,
Not what I would like it to be.

I’ve Learned
That time flies
Whether I’m having fun or not.

I’ve Learned
To separate between
A minor event and a major episode.

I’ve Learned
That everyday I can make a difference
In someone’s life, and that I choose to make it a positive difference.

I’ve Learned
That I don’t celebrate the exquisiteness of each day,
I’ve lost something I’ll never get back.

I’ve Learned
That you don’t have to meet
All the objectives to learn a whole bunch.

I’ve Learned
That some things
Have to be believed to be seen

SALLY P. KARIOTH, Phd. R.N. (ADAPTED)