The sun shone brightly on the heart of a lonely one yesterday
A fresh and new outlook brought yearnings for an enduring full life’s stay
Without traveling back to the pain of a past not long ago
Encircled by the demon of No’s induced thoughts tossing the soul to and fro
But at this time my private wind now chooses its own content and patient path
Straying away from downtrodden confusion, negative influence, and ultimate wrath
Peeking through a single cloud’s cover – maintaining my own acceptable pace
Staying the course through thick humidity – so determined to win the race
The finishing line is near, subsequent to the obstacle course
That stands eminently and taunting – yet helps me to find the source
Of what initially caused me to cave in and suffer an exhausted fail
Purged is an oppressed tribe of strength…stoically refusing to ail
From diseased differentiation, status quo, isolation and offensive pull
That wolf cannot fool me now, for I can identify his wiry wool
Though I run along – alone – my view is now perfectly clear
Until my winds begin to blow stronger…explaining my true purpose here
Which is to be a light…beaming towards another lone dying heart
Nurturing humanity and love – we all must do our given part
To find ourselves running the shining path together – never again alone
For all our destinations surely lead to the very same sought out home
Abiding well in understanding, clarity and peace – truth – not hard to obtain
As long as we live to give – as opposed to a life of selfish gain
While rain falls, floods rise and brittle hail breaks the soul of the lonely one
Who runs alone – yet with many the path…til at last the race is won!
We all have our flaws, fears, and inhibitions. I truly believe that these three work together to feed the starving artist in us all, and our various manner of expression touches the hearts of those akin to the cause.
Thanks for reading!
Jun 29, 2013 @ 16:01:51
WOW! Well said. This is one that needs to be read again and again.
Jun 29, 2013 @ 20:06:48
Thank you! 🙂
Jun 29, 2013 @ 23:02:02
I love the comparison of the race to your journey in life! Here’s to reaching the finish line, and continuing even further, as you run with determination x
Jul 01, 2013 @ 20:37:40
Yes Christy, thanks! 🙂