If you have hard work to do,
Do it now,
Today the skies are clear and blue,
Tomarrow clouds may come in view.
Yesterday is not for you;
Do it now.
If you have a song to sing,
Sing it now,
Let the tones of gladness ring
Clear as song of bird in spring,
Let each day some music bring;
Sing it now.
If you have some kind words to say,
Say them now,
Tomarrow may not come your way;
Do a kindness while you may,
Loved ones will not always stay;
Say them now.
If you have a smile to show,
Show it now,
Make hearts happy, roses grow,
Let the friends around you know
The love you have before they go;
Show it now.
Work, for the night is coming,
Work through the sunny noon;
Fill brightest hours with labour,
Rest comes sure and soon;
Give every flying minute,
Something to keep in store;
Work, for the night is coming,
When man works no more.