I took time to admire the rainbow After the storm had blown I took time to smell the flowers After the garden had grown I took time to smile at strangers Who's path I once crossed I took time to help the people Who were suffering from loss I took time to listen To birds singing Early dawn Time to appreciate beauty Of the dew drops on the lawn Took time to be still and find a quiet place Told all I knew I loved them and shared a warm embrace Took time to be creative paint my pictures Pen words that rhyme I will stare death in the face ! "I've no regrets" "I took the time". ............