With what prudence, you now say,
Do we live our lives from day to day?!
Give thought give thought
Give thought to your ways
Using good judgment is common sense
…Listen, listen to sound instruction
Gaining wisdom and discernment
From the heart actions will arise
As prudence speaks, do right and justly
Consider knowledge and instruct with care
Refrain from haste before lips fly
And when we fall, for we all do,
We in our prudence welcome God
– From “My Words to Live By”
Charlotte-Anne Allen
• A good foot rub relaxes body and soul
• We often take things we use daily for granted
• Comfort is bare feet on the cool grassy ground
• Bringers of good news are like sunshine after a cloudy day
• Be mindful of where you go and whom you walk with
• Travel brings new discoveries and renewed relationships
• Stand firmly for goodness and justice
• Consider possible consequences to avoid slipping
• Some paths are full of rocks, roots, and washouts
• Wisdom speaks from experience
• Heed words of wisdom to avoid stumbling
• It’s good to put your feet up and breathe after a busy day
• Walk through life seeing interruptions as positive opportunities
• Follow the feet of our Shepherd
–from “Reflections from the Everyday”
Charlotte-Anne Allen
Upon this earth we leave our mark
Our steps upon its mantle
What do they say about us though?
What stories do they share?
They speak of joy in simple pleasures
Like playful children we jump and twirl
Gentle tiptoes expressing love
Angry stomping voicing pain
Striding forward on our own
Or strolling companionably arm-in-arm
A footprint left now clear and firm
Speaks of wisdom skill or knowledge
Those scuff marks left as we drag our feet
Signs of struggles or despair
As determined toddlers do we rise again
…learning growing trying the new?
What do we see as we view our ways?
Steps and steps upon the trail
Charlotte-Anne Allen
When life is new
Stand up
There are things to do
So, stand up
Places to explore!
Let’s stand up
We long to go
And stand up
Strength to hold us
Thought to motivate
Wisdom, now guide us
As we stand up
Sword – Mighty weapon to defend from harm
… Or lethal rod to destroy and cut
Log – Strong support to build and shelter
… Or battering ram to pummel and rend
Pen – Words of encouragement and knowledge
… Or scathing ridicule and lies
Hammer – To join, unify, and bind
… Or offer violence to break and tear
Brush – Smooth and untangle woeful thoughts
… Or jerk and beat and cause only pain
Paint – Beauty flowing from careful application
… Or sprays of anger and frustration
For help or harm
… We have that choice
Think first, ponder greatly
Seek wisdom and grace
Before wielding
that powerful tongue!
Be firm determined
To take action
Stand up
For truth and right
Making decisions
With careful consideration
Seek wisdom
Solutions and answers
Focus purpose
Unselfishly and steadfast
Dedication commitment
Resolve
• Size does not determine wisdom
• Don’t disregard the value of hard work
• Never pausing to rest will soon burn you out
• Things which look enticing may also bring negative results
• Never consider things from only one small perspective
• Focusing on only what is right before us can blind us to everything else
• Regular communication is key to life
• Working together for a common purpose brings results
• Helping those who are hurting strengthens everyone
• There are seasons to draw together and seasons to venture forth
Open heart now do we heed
Understanding gain
A treasure box with gifts to share
Revealing many things
Open mouth what do we speak
In kindness wisdom not in folly
Careful words produced with thought
Teaching truth and life
Open ears what do we hear
To know the words just spoken
Among the mad uproar and chaos
Listening and discerning
Open eyes what do we see
Wondrous things and tragedy
Hold outheld hands to offer aid
Touching hurt and bringing healing
Open doors we knock in faith
Pass through gates of life
Walking leaping now made right
Prisoners no more
Open
From “My Words to Live By” c-a allen
To value esteem
Hold in high regard
For positive character
Fortitude strength
Knowledge wisdom
Leadership clear vision
For words spoken truly
Careful thought
Selfless defense
Timely warning
For experience of elders
Guidance of others
Value in life
Respect
From “My Words to Live By” c-a allen
Seed’s call
to sprout and change
To learn and know
To gain in wisdom
Compassion’s song
Forgiveness’ touch
Reaching out
Stretching up
Healing Light of life
Growth
From “My Words to Live By” c-a allen
The Still Small Voice 