More Questions Than Answers: The Pill I find myself rather perplexed, And I’d really like to know, When I take a prescription pill, How does it know just where to go? After I place it in my mouth, It goes somewhere inside, I’m confounded where it really goes, And how does it decide? Is there a secret traffic cop That gives the pill its direction? Or, does the pill have a mind of its own, In serving its own discretion? I feel I have so little control, On how that pill will work, How does it know just what to do? And when does it start to perk? Is that pill just smarter than me? Well, vaguely I have to believe, The doctors know what the pill must do, With mystical knowledge up their sleeve. So, I’ll just have faith in doctors and pills, For all the benefits they’re giving, Knowing that each is doing its duty, The proof is I’m still living! Thus, I tip my hat to the doctors and pills, And in gratitude I humbly say, “You’re simply both true miracles of wonder, In helping me through each day!”                                        -Ezio M. Tozzi

Are We Rich Or Are We Poor? Are we rich or are we poor, The answer may lie on who’s keeping score. How do mortals determine their wealth? Is it by materialism or is it by health? Is it by financial success? Or should it be how we’ve been blest? The fact remains and it’s quite true, The answer depends on your point of view. We now live in a materialistic age, Where acquiring more is quite the rage. On that concept…before we’re hooked, Let’s pass in review on things overlooked. You surmise your prayers, the Lord did not heed, And yet we are given what we truly need. We are blest with clothes to keep us warm, And a home to shelter us from the storm. Lest we forget, where richness commences, It’s being blest with our five senses. And riches untold will always increase, When a home is blest with God as the centerpiece. What price can we put on a friendly smile? Or a handshake or “God bless you” that’s always in style? Now think of the sun, the stars, the seas, They are God’s gifts…all free to please. The wonders of nature make our world greater, They’re additional riches from our Creator. Sharing our time, talents and by our giving, Makes us mini “saints” among the living. We need not resort to second guessing, The value of health, serving and counting each blessing. These are the riches allowing our spirit to soar, And a vivid reminder “We will never be poor!” -Ezio M. Tozzi

Spring Fever Every Spring I’m a firm believer, That everyone somehow, catches Spring Fever; It’s a lazy feeling that will often tease _ And tells each one to “SLOW UP PLEASE.” Human beings are victims who Are caught up in a lackadaisical bug_a_boo. You catch it at night or even at dawn …. And sometimes after Spring is gone. Its symptoms are a leisure pace _ And work just seems so out of place. Your mood reveals a real odd quirk _ When duties press _ you’d rather shirk. The weather plays an important part, In giving SPRING FEVER its feverish start. When it’s time to be busy as a beaver, We seem to be bitten by SPRING FEVER. We know the cause…… but what’s the cure? There are many remedies you may be sure; But “work” is the best one that I know, To deal SPRING FEVER a fatal blow! -Ezio M. Tozzi

If only money grew on Trees Life would certainly be a breeze, If only money grew on trees. Just think how life would be sublime, To grasp the pickings at harvest time. But, such hopes are really dim, To see a tree filled to the brim _ With money oozing everywhere ….. The perfect answer to a prayer. Money growing from bottom to top, Would be considered as “the cream of the crop.” Life would appear to be one of ease. If only money grew on Trees. Would bills be of every denomination Rectify the ills throughout creation? The question remains, that we can’t shirk; Who is on earth would do the work? If everyone was a millionaire _ And living in a rocking chair There wouldn’t be any productive yield _ No factory worker _ no fertile field. Idle hands would lead to ruination…. The downfall of every lackadaisical nation. For serenity and prosperity, Work remains mankind’s safety key! -Ezio M. Tozzi

Grandparents – A Mission of Love Grandparents are a super Blessing ____ Guardian ANGELS so impressing. When the truth is told about their worth, They are God’s helpers sent to Earth. They are kind and gentle as can be ……… The vital roots of the family tree. With grand children they are the greatest hit _ Endowed with gracious wisdom and wit. Grandparents are truly set apart, Who exemplify the meaning of heart. They are dear souls beyond compare, Who teach in ways to care and share. Grandmothers are endearing and so gentle; Her ways are sweet and sentimental. Her cooking is scrumptious and delicious….. To satisfy her grandchildren’s taste bud wishes. Grandfathers deserve a world of praise ____ With stories of the good old days. Grandfathers are always in demand, When it comes to lending a helping hand. Grandmothers and grandfathers are quite ample, When it comes to setting the example. Grandparents are endowed from Heaven above_ To show the world the meaning of “Love!”                             By Ezio M. Tozzi

Where Beauty Abounds Where does beauty really lie? In land… or sea …perhaps the sky? Beauty in mystic …so sweet and fair; It’s found in words >>> in sonnets and prayer. Beauty will always linger a while, It’s there in every single smile; There is beauty in the stars above And every heart that’s filled with love There is beauty everywhere we look – In oceans vast to tiny brook. Beauty is in the eyes of the beholder. From the young at heart to those much older.. We see it where there’s dignity and grace; We see it in each pleasant face. Beauty bounds in every nation … In all the wonders of creation. There’s beauty in creatures large and small … In winter, summer, spring and fall … In taking time to smell the flowers … A refreshing breeze … the springtime showers. There’s beauty in the wonders of the world, And in seeing our glorious flag unfurled. And beauty is in a precious blend, Of helpful neighbor and loving friend. Beauty plays its greatest role, It dwells within each blessed soul. For truly beauty has its start, Within the birth of a human heart. A candle lit – (no darkness to curse) Beautifies this universe; Beauty is everywhere you see … It’s spread from here to eternity! By: Ezio M. Tozzi

Toz’s Top 10 (For Today….Tomorrow… Forever) One person at a time….One day at a time….collectively, we Can make this a better world for all humanity. 1. Make good use of your time, talent and treasure. 2. Express gratitude more __ complain less. 3. Many hands make light work __ don’t let yours be idle. 4. Embrace what you can change willingly __ accept your limitations gracefully. 5. We are created for a purpose __ let your light shine. 6. Kindness begets kindness. 7. Our recourses are invaluable __ be a good steward. 8. Life is a precious gift __ be thankful. 9. Keep faith, hope and charity alive. 10. Love with all your heart __ it makes for a better world.