Starry Reverie: Embracing Life's Beauty



In dreams of grandeur, we begin our quest,
To scale the heights, the pinnacle so high,
But in this journey, we must not forget,
The simple joys that in our present lie.
We cast our gaze toward the distant stars,
Ambitions vast, in galaxies unseen,
Yet in our day, the sun's gentle light,
Reveals the beauty in each blade of green.
The tapestry of life, a vibrant dream,
We weave with threads of purpose and desire,
But here, in moments, smallest and supreme,
The richness of existence we acquire.
As vaults of heaven beckon us above,
The mundane, often missed, becomes profound,
A laughing child, a turtle's gentle move,
In the present, these treasures can be found.
With aspirations lofty, we aspire,
To reach horizons only glimpsed in thought,
But in the now, the flames of our fire,
Are kindled by the simple moments sought.
The constellations guide our boundless flight,
To lands unknown, where fantasies unfurl,
Yet on this earth, where day turns into night,
We savor life's sweet nectar, its pure pearl.

The canvas of tomorrow's yet-unknown,
We paint with colors bold and dreams so wide,
But in this instant, beauty all its own,
A moment's grace, a wave's eternal tide.
So dream, aim high, let aspirations soar,
But in the present, find your heart's delight,
Embrace the treasures in life's grand rapport,
For now is real, tomorrow's out of sight.
In the here and now, our spirits dance,
A symphony of moments, sweet and free,
In chasing dreams, let's not lose our chance,
To cherish life's grand tapestry with glee.
Though futures beckon, secrets yet untold,
In present's arms, we find our strength and grace,
So dream of riches, dreams worth more than gold,
But in this moment, find your special place.
To chase the stars, to reach for boundless heights,
We're drawn to quests, to mysteries untold,
But pause, and witness nature's countless sights,
A universe in every leaf, behold.
Dreaming big, our hearts and minds take flight,
Yet anchored here, on solid ground we stand,
In moments simple, moments pure and bright,
A touch, a kiss, the brushing of a hand.
We strive to build a world beyond the known,
Ambitions vast, like uncharted galaxies,
But life's enchantment in the now is shown,
In acts of kindness, love, and small mercies.
Our aspirations stretch to worlds afar,
Yet treasures lie where little blessings gleam,
In laughter, art, the twinkle of a star,
We find the beauty in life's grander scheme.
The tapestry of life, so rich and wide,
Is woven not just from our lofty dreams,
But in the present's warmth, we find our guide,
To savor life's exquisite, endless streams.
While dreaming big, remember to be near,
And cherish moments, simple and profound,
For life is brief, and time is always dear,
So let the now in all its beauty astound.
As stars ignite the night with distant glow,
And aspirations toward the heavens soar,
Don't miss the wonders that are here below,
The blessings of the moment to explore.
In dreams and aspirations, we take flight,
But in the now, our roots and wings are found,
The universe in every ray of light,
In life's grand tapestry, profound and bound.
So let us dream and aim for skies so high,
Yet in the present, find our source of grace,
For in this moment's truth, we can't deny,
The richness of life's blessing we embrace.

About this poem

This poem is a profound reflection on the human experience of pursuing grand aspirations while appreciating the beauty of the present moment. It emphasizes the balance between reaching for lofty dreams and cherishing the simple joys that surround us. The verses evoke a sense of wonder and gratitude, encouraging readers to embrace the treasures found in life's everyday moments. It serves as a reminder that life's richness is not solely in the pursuit of ambitious goals but also in the beauty of the here and now.  

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Written on July 21, 2013

Submitted by Mawphniang.Napoleon on October 13, 2023

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Closest metre Iambic pentameter
Characters 3,279
Words 647
Stanzas 2
Stanza Lengths 24, 52

Mawphniang Napoleon

Mawphniang is a person who is always striving to live life to the fullest. He is someone who is always open to new ideas and ways of living and is unafraid to take risks in order to explore the unknown. He is passionate about life and is always looking for ways to make use of his time and energy. He has an inquisitive nature, and is always looking for answers to life's mysteries and questions. Though Mawphniang does not pretend to have all the answers, he is determined to taste life and live a simple life, without overcomplicating things. He's a person who appreciates the small moments and cherishes the little things in life. He enjoys spending time in nature, exploring the world, and connecting with people. He is a person who is always up for a new adventure and never stops learning. He is on a daily journey of self-discovery, trying to make sense of the world and his place in it. more…

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