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I wish I could have been encouraged
by those closest to me,
I was taught we should be fortunate for the basics
and I believe that to be true
I see it was defeat
that carried them through life
and in turn
that translated
that one must settle instead of strive
But here I am
mid-life,
and unfulfilled in career
my only salvation
often the imagination
I envy those so driven,
qualities I can't always find in myself
the power of repetitive mindsets
having that influence
It isn't that I haven't worked hard all of my life,
I just always end up on the wrong end
that comfort of prosperity alluding me
I'll wish upon that star
that this will be a transitional year
that opportunities will click into place
and I can quiet that doubtful mind
I know life is full of setbacks
and unexpected diversions,
that is a fact
but l hope with that imagination
I can get things back on track
by those closest to me,
I was taught we should be fortunate for the basics
and I believe that to be true
I see it was defeat
that carried them through life
and in turn
that translated
that one must settle instead of strive
But here I am
mid-life,
and unfulfilled in career
my only salvation
often the imagination
I envy those so driven,
qualities I can't always find in myself
the power of repetitive mindsets
having that influence
It isn't that I haven't worked hard all of my life,
I just always end up on the wrong end
that comfort of prosperity alluding me
I'll wish upon that star
that this will be a transitional year
that opportunities will click into place
and I can quiet that doubtful mind
I know life is full of setbacks
and unexpected diversions,
that is a fact
but l hope with that imagination
I can get things back on track
Published 27th Apr 2024
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27th Apr 2024 2:15pm
I had to re-read this organic musing from you twice, my tender poet. And I am left with so many poetic variables.
As humans, we are pre-condtioned to survive as a bird is meant to fly. In this realm we call life., we have to adapt to our surroundings. As well as learning to cope with our circumstances. In addition, everyone"s life path is not the same.
I have known you for many years, and I can attest you are a thriving person in general from a father to a friend. In the essence of that. You have carried me through my trying times of uncertainty. With that being said from my personal observations, you have balanced your journey quite well, as each day, you come into your own understanding of who you are, the role where you are comfortable within society. And I have not mentioned your talents outside of your poetic prose.
I hope my words of inspiration always Gove you that edge to proceed on as you have advised me, given me time after time.
Enjoy your Saturday, smile and have faith in those words of praise from me to you.
Love and Hugs...always.
SKC
As humans, we are pre-condtioned to survive as a bird is meant to fly. In this realm we call life., we have to adapt to our surroundings. As well as learning to cope with our circumstances. In addition, everyone"s life path is not the same.
I have known you for many years, and I can attest you are a thriving person in general from a father to a friend. In the essence of that. You have carried me through my trying times of uncertainty. With that being said from my personal observations, you have balanced your journey quite well, as each day, you come into your own understanding of who you are, the role where you are comfortable within society. And I have not mentioned your talents outside of your poetic prose.
I hope my words of inspiration always Gove you that edge to proceed on as you have advised me, given me time after time.
Enjoy your Saturday, smile and have faith in those words of praise from me to you.
Love and Hugs...always.
SKC
27th Apr 2024 2:20pm
I appreciate your words and kindness on this write. It was a pensive moment, as I sometimes witness the encouragement others get (primarily from families) and perhaps just needed to express it. We all fall into the trap sometimes of comparing ourselves to others, and I guess sometimes those unresolved feelings come into play. It is both a reflection and perhaps a mental call to action to shift some gears this year.
Again, delighted by your encouraging, kind words.
Again, delighted by your encouraging, kind words.
27th Apr 2024 2:27pm
You always make me feel comfort.
I supposed it's that beautiful trait of being, my tender poet. And you are humbly welcome 🌹
And be safe out there, please.
I supposed it's that beautiful trait of being, my tender poet. And you are humbly welcome 🌹
And be safe out there, please.
27th Apr 2024 2:28pm
27th Apr 2024 2:33pm
Yours certainly is.. and yes, it's good.
Enjoy your day on that notation.
Enjoy your day on that notation.
