A Thousand Things Went Right Today

To: Anyone who's had a bad day
From: Someone who cares

A thousand things went right today
So much more than the wrong
I woke up to a new day, tied my shoes
And sang my favorite song

A thousand things went right today
My friends were all alive
Once again, they greeted me
With a simple, caring, "Hi"

I wasn't scared to flash a smile
My locker opened right
My homework was completed
I didn't get into a fight

A thousand things went right today
I was noticed by my crush
I woke up breathing right today
And I didn't miss the bus

My hair was brushed and combed again
I could see with my eyes
I could hear and smell and think
I could tell dark from light

A thousand things went right today
The sun came up again
When night came, the moon shone oh-so-bright
And I didn't play pretend

The teacher said I over-achieved
I felt pleased with myself
I figured out how to draw a wink
I put a book up on the shelf

A thousand things went right today
I had a day more of life
I understood the math lesson
Today, I didn't cry

A thousand things went right today
I could tell left from right
Today, I gave good advice
In every hour, I smiled

A thousand things went right today,
and I know they will tomorrow
Some other things won't be the same
But I'll get over my sorrow

Every day has some complications
To make the good seem bad
Tomorrow, look on the bright side
Instead of on the sad

A thousand things will go right for you
A couple wrongs will, too
Although you may trip and stumble
Your mistakes are just a few

Try to focus on the good things
Forget about the bad
Because, my friend, the joy in life
Will conquer all that's sad