Sep 18, 2006 4:08 am
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IF I KNEW
If I knew it would be the last time
That I'd see you fall asleep,
I would tuck you in more tightly
and pray the Lord, your soul to keep.
If I knew it would be the last time
that I see you walk out the door,
I would give you a hug and kiss
and call you back for one more
If I knew it would be the last time
I'd hear your voice lifted up in praise,
I would video tape each action and word,
so I could play them back day after day.
If I knew it would be the last time,!
I could spare an extra minute
to stop and say "I love you,"
instead of assuming you would KNOW I do.
If I knew it would be the last timeI would be there to share your day,
Well I'm sure you'll have so many more,
So I can let just this one slip away.
For surely there's always tomorrow
to make up for an oversight,
and we always get a second chance
to make everything just right.
There will l always be another day
to say "I love you,"
And certainly there's another chance
to say our "Anything I can do?"
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 t o be their one last wish.
So hold your loved ones close today,
and whisper in their ear,
Tell them how much you love them
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.
I'm not sure of the author but I know it was written after 9/11. Good words to live by.
13 Comments
Hi,
I am working on a new dating series for BBC NI where two presenters
meet someone who is single, find out what their dream date would be
like, then the presenters set out around NI to find the perfect
partner. I have attached a leaflet and I would be so grateful if you
could put a message on your website or send an email to your singles
database. We are looking for fun people aged 25 - 65 from Northern
Ireland who won't mind cameras following them for a day or two.
Basically, if you have anyone who is interested they can contact me
on the details below, I will send them out a questionnaire then come
and meet them to discuss the show and do a quick test interview with
them on camera, we will then cast the people we think would work well
together.
Please keep me posted on any of your singles events as I would love
to come along to hand out some leaflets!
Useful Tips
As in the real world, it is always good to use your common sense and trust your instinct if you arrange to meet someone for the first time. At www.introductionsireland.com we have gathered some useful tips to help you:
If someone appears to be too good to be true, do exercise caution. Like anything in life, a rational decision usually produces the best results. If you feel someone is lying or they are not the person they say they are, make sure to use your common sense.
When you choose to meet someone offline, be sensible - meet up for a quick drink or cup of coffee rather than commit yourself to spending a whole evening with someone who may not be your ideal partner.
Always remember to tell someone where you are going - Let a friend know whom you are meeting, where you are going and when you expect to return. Never arrange for a date to pick you up at home. Make sure you arrive separately - always provide your own transportation throughout the entire date.
Remember to meet in public. Select a public place at a time of day when there are other people around, to ensure you are in a safe environment. This will provide a safe and comfortable atmosphere for you both.
Watch out for any displays of emotion, such as anger or pressure. Be weary of your date if they present inconsistent information about themselves or wont provide answers to questions you ask. Again, remember to exercise caution and always trust your instinct.
Be polite if you decide you don't want to meet up again. It's much nicer to say 'I've had a really nice evening but feel that we're not suited for a long term relationship' than to promise you'll ring and have no intention of doing so.
Meeting someone for the first time can be very daunting, but never do anything you feel unsure about. If you feel in anyway afraid or intimidated by your date, use your best judgement and get out of there. If you feel you are in danger, remember to call friends or the police, if necessary.
Try not to talk endlessly about any failed relationships or spend the evening putting yourself down as this can be off-putting! Remember to be positive about yourself - a cheerful attitude to life is much more appealing than a negative one. Always be yourself - don't pretend to be somebody you're not!
DAILY THOUGHTS FOR MOMS
Mother' has always been a generic term synonymous with 'love, devotion, and sacrifice.
There's always been something mystical and reverent about them.
They're the Walter Cronkites of the human race.... infallible, virtuous, without flaws,and conceived without original sin, with no room for ambivalence." _Erma Bombeeck
ALWAYS BE TRUE TO YOURSELF
FOR THERE IS GRETNESS WITHIN YOU
Throughout your life,
I hope you will always pursue sensitivity and kindness as your chosen way,
Your sense of humor is wonderful hold on to it.
Being able to laugh at the world
will see you through many hard times.
Guard against bitterness and sarcasm; they can destroy you.
Be yourself; the world will benefit from your talent and your humor.
Search for people who love and appreciate you for who you are
and who encourage you to improve.
Don't be satisfied with less than all you can be,
for you have greatness within you.
Bill Cross
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