Sarah Bolton
Sarah Bolton
battle daily faces fights heart man steps triumphant
I like the man who faces what he must,/ With steps triumphant and a heart of cheer;/ Who fights the daily battle without fear.
gains habit half success victory
The victory of success is half done when one gains the habit of work.
voyage whatever
Voyage upon life's sea, To yourself be true, And, whatever your lot may be, Paddle your own canoe
heaven heroic test utmost whatever
Heroic deeds, to use whatever dower/ Heaven has bestowed, to test our utmost power.
forget past present
Forget the past and live the present hour.
forget noblest past present soul time
Forget the past and live in the present hour./ Now is the time to work, the time to fill/ The soul with noblest thoughts, the time to will.
brave bring darkest glad golden night present rays tomorrow usher
Be glad today. Tomorrow may bring tears. Be brave today. The darkest night will pass. And golden rays will usher in the dawn.