July 2024’s Poem of the Month, KEEP MOVING, is an attempt to shed light on the importance of “staying the course,” or to “keep moving,” as one goes through life.

Healthwise, exercise (do it the best way you can) is the key to just simply feeling better… feeling like participating with friends, with family… heck, with the world!

And, staying the course with your world around you… your friends and family, your place of residence, your community. And, let’s not forget your own personal reasons for being… your interests, your creative talents, what you have within you to share with the world…

NONE OF THAT WILL HAPPEN UNLESS YOU KEEP MOVING!!!

Scientists can back up the importance of keeping moving for better brain power, better communicative skills, and better attitude. Along with feeling better, one’s curiosity is tweaked, and there are more reasons to explore answers to the questions you raise.

So then, I’ll step down from my soap box and give you all an opportunity to read the poem. I do hope you enjoy it.

And remember, whatever the question, LOVE is always the answer….

KEEP MOVING

For health? Of course, it’s good to keep moving…
To tighten the tush and increase endurance…
Walking is good; climbing stairs works, too;
Or try Pilates or Yoga for added insurance.

Body, Mind and Spirit are all part of the whole.
One cannot affect one without affecting them all.
Move the body, clear the mind and your spirit soars!
The joy in your heart is your own trumpet call!

Success in your life is connected with action.
You might make mistakes, but that’s how you learn.
And, movement is the only way to affect those around you.
So, take the next step. Have no concern.

Keep moving forward… onto the next page.
Learn as you go to avoid unnecessary mistakes.
Nobody has a jump on the future, my friend,
But not playing the game will not win the sweepstakes.

L. L. Cool J., the rapper, spoke of attaining one’s freedom
“When you move past your fear and go after your dream,
You become free.” (The doubts disappear, they do.)
It’s never scary, or as difficult as it seems.

The key is movement and the lesson is ‘keep doing it.’
Keep moving… the motion will take you through.
Body, Mind and Spirit — they go hand in hand
To create a happier, more complete you.

Keep Moving