Today I'll write
Not about the pain of yesterday
Nor the sorrow of the past
Not about the worries I shaked off
Nor the tears I wiped clean
Not about the troubles I had
Nor disappointment I had faced
Not about my struggles to success
Nor the inconveniences on the path
Not about my fear of tomorrow
Nor about the distress I bottled
Not about my failure as human
Nor my breakdown when I fail
Not about the controversy that trailed me
Nor debates about my character
Not about the complications that ensued
Nor the riddles left unsolved
Not about my predicament
Nor the dillema I'm in
But I'll write
About the peace I enjoy
The blessings I've received
The joy I feel deep in my heart
The happiness I'm spreading
The smile on my face
The gentleness of my soul
The goodness that surrounds me
The opportunities I've created
The sound health I enjoy
The convenience I cherish
I'll write about the positivity of my soul
About the grace I enjoyed in full
Without 40% off.
Often times, we disregard the positivity surrounding us. We neglect the present and focus on the past pains, our past struggles, the worries of yesterday thereby depriving us of the happiness that surrounds, the goodness of the people around us. We need to learn appreciating the present and live in the moment. Peace is never attained where hypocrisy rules. We have to be fully active in our daily activities and carry out routine tasks appropriately. Appreciate the now, while hoping for a better tomorrow.
I write this for the hurting souls out there, you keep struggling and wishing for more, without being appreciative of what you have at present.
Remember, a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.
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