Choosing Gratitude on Life's Journey: The Artistry of Imperfection
Life will never be perfect,
that much is true,
Each moment, though fleeting,
demands our attention,
And in the midst of the chaos,
we find our own hue,
A path that leads to growth,
and transformation.
We can't control the twists
and turns that fate may send,
Nor can we predict the challenges that lie ahead,
But what we can do is cherish and comprehend,
Each step we take,
every tear we shed.
For life is not a destination,
but a journey,
One that we must undertake with courage and grace,
And even when the road is rocky and sternly,
We can find solace in every smile on our face.
Like a caterpillar,
we may feel stuck in a cocoon,
But when the time is right,
we will break free,
Emerging as a butterfly,
delicate yet immune,
Ready to take on whatever destiny may decree.
Life may never be perfect,
but it's what we make of it,
The choices we make,
the love we give,
and the courage we show,
So let us not despair or feel trapped in a pit,
But embrace each moment,
every high and every low.
For in the end,
it's not about the destination,
But the beauty of the journey,
the growth we've gained,
So let us savor each moment with appreciation,
And make the best of what we are given, unrestrained.
Life may never be perfect,
but it's ours to mold,
To shape and to create,
to live bold and uncontrolled,
And though we may stumble,
and at times feel cold,
We will rise above it all,
resilient and bold.
So let us cherish every breath,
every step, every moment,
And find joy in the simple things,
the love and the atonement,
For life will never be perfect,
but it's our greatest accomplishment,
A journey that we take,
with purpose and alignment.
We can choose to dwell on what we lack,
Or focus on the blessings that surround us,
To live in gratitude and never hold back,
To trust in ourselves and the universe.
Life is a canvas,
and we are the artists,
Painting our dreams
and passions with each stroke,
We can choose to color our lives
with love and kindness,
Or let negativity and fear take control.
Though life may never be perfect,
we can find perfection,
In the moments we share with those we love,
In the beauty of nature,
the sun's warm reflection,
In the sound of music,
a gift from above.
So let us embrace each moment with an open heart,
And trust in the journey,
wherever it may lead,
For in the midst of chaos,
we can find our art,
And create a masterpiece,
beyond what we believe.
Life will never be perfect,
but that's the beauty of it,
The imperfections, the struggles,
the unexpected turns,
They shape us and mold us,
help us grow and uplift,
And ultimately,
teach us the lessons we need to learn.
So let us live each day with purpose and intention,
To love, to grow, to learn, and to inspire,
For in doing so, we will leave a lasting impression,
And fulfill our destiny,
a life that we admire.
Life will never be perfect,
but it's up to us,
To make the best of what we are given,
To live with gratitude,
to never lose trust,
And embrace the journey,
every moment we're living.
The poem is part of a full version found in the book "Homo Sapiens" Part XVII, written by Mawphniang Napoleon. This book is part of the popular "Homo Sapiens" book series, which can be purchased online at various online bookstores, such as Amazon. The book is available for purchase for those who are interested in reading the complete version of the poem. Remember to get all the books from the "Homo Sapiens" series, as well as other books by the same author.
So, don't hesitate and get a copy today from one of the many online bookstores.
Khublei Shihajar Nguh,
Dhanewad
Thank you
About this poem
This poem explores the theme that life is not perfect and that we must embrace every moment of our journey, including the highs and lows, twists and turns. It encourages us to focus on the blessings that surround us, live with gratitude, and trust in ourselves and the universe. The poem highlights that life is a canvas, and we are the artists, painting our dreams and passions with each stroke. It reminds us that life is not a destination but a journey, one that we must undertake with purpose and intention to live boldly and uncontrolled, ultimately leaving a lasting impression and fulfilling our destiny. more »
Written on November 24, 2020
Submitted by Mawphniang.Napoleon on April 13, 2023
Modified on April 13, 2023
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Closest metre | Iambic tetrameter |
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