"You can't stop the waves but you can learn to surf," said the profit to the throng
"You can run life's gamut freely, just trying to belong
You can make the world much richer , just stop to smell the flowers
Then toss aside your umbrella for early morning showers
Catch the smile of a youngster and give them one right back
Be positive with each heartbeat then you will never lack
The earth is a gift from God, endear it as your own
Pick up the ugly, scarring trash and beautify our home
Welcome every morning , that's what life's about
Taste your words in battle, before you spit them out
These are just a smidgeon of a dear shaman's advice
Just make it your vow to God ,don't think about it twice"
In all the gifts my father gave the values are right here
These are practiced daily for all my life long years."

Thank you Dad!