The Joy of Wisdom

 "Knowledge Comes Wisdom Lingers,"motto of Eliza Miller High School 1964 graduating class. Wisdom is knowing how to use knowledge.

I was immediately touched by these words and they continue to linger(approximately 48 years) with me.     As time passed there were circumstances and situations that caused me to actually  apply these words.  I learned to cope with 'valley' days as well as enjoy the' mountain-top.'  I inadvertantly opened  doors that initiated many unpleasant experiences...while at the same time I just knew what I was doing as well as what I was saying...at least this is what I thought.  You see, having knowledge will not make the cut if you ignorantly misuse it.  This is why  'wisdom' is needed before you do/or say anything that may include and/or involve others.   It's good to know...but careful to speak or show.  

Now during my life's  travels... I'm learning how to use knowledge... and 'wisdom' is a joy.  

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HOW AND WHY?

Some things remain better not spoken,

Moods change,

No thing stays the same;

Emotions take many turns,

Hearts sometimes happy,

Then they're often broken;

Imaginations of intimacy,

Fills the open void,

Short lived, shortly enjoyed,

Increasing desires to be what's not,

A commitment to last

Memories never forgot;

Feelings are real,

Needs protection,

Sincere and focused

In a safe direction;

Keepers of the mind,

Strong...yet humble and kind.
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