MELISSA COMO
Live a Life of Purpose
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Poetry Corner
Just For Fun
I promised you a popsicle, but it melted on the way.
I walked a little faster in hopes that it would stay,
just long enough for you, my dear, to have a little taste,
but it dripped so fast it was a shame to let it go to waste.
So I took a bite, then three or four to catch up every drip.
Believe it or not, I got it to stop,
with each satisfying sip.
A yummy treat you would have found delicious to the end.
Don't look so sad or grieve its loss, for your broken heart I'll mend.
I promised you a popsicle, but it melted on the way,
so I brought to you a lollipop, for I knew that it would stay.
Don't worry 'bout the missing piece, it's really very small.
I wanted to make sure the taste was tasty after all!
Develop A Love for Reading
Reading is an essential part of personal growth. Reading at least 10 min a day can make a huge impact in furthering your maturation goals. If you don't know what to read, I have listed a few of my favorites which have helped me to gain moral strength, positive self-view and great resolve in standing strong; enjoy.
My Recommended Reading List
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The Bible
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Journey Beyond the Gate The Path to Epiphany Profound by Melissa Como
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Uncle Tom's Cabin by Harriet Beecher Stowe
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How To Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie
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Raising Kids for True Greatness by Dr. Tim Kimmel (don't let the title fool you, it should be Raising Yourself for True Greatness)
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Joan of Arc by Mark Twain
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Sacagawea by Anna Lee Waldo
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Johnny Tremain by Esther Forbes (though written for young adults, there is much to be gleaned about character and the power of belief)
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Carry On, Mr. Bowditch by Jean Lee Latham (though written for young adults, there is much to be gleaned about perseverance, perspective and attitude)
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Harriet Tubman The Road to Freedom by Catherine Clinton
