Do not tread lightly your path through destiny,
nor falter along the way, though you be weakened or feeble
through misfortune or the judgement of lesser souls.
The light within you shines brightly.
Nurture it, for it is your guide.
Wise men, as 'wise' men be, offer but a clue to the truth.
As do the charlatan and the quick of tongue, do not be mislead,
for all are mortal and cannot lay before you the truth.
Have faith in your inner light.
Follow the path it is showing you.
Do not look into the dark, for you will see nothing!
Nor question why the trees tussle with the storm.
They are distractions along your path.
You cannot see that which is closed to you.
Your path is clearly lit.
And when the light grows dim, as one day it must,
do not wander from your path, for it is the truth.
Though you be slowed and hindered, continue
see it through, as only you know how,
for it is your destiny.
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dusk arising (
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- Comment from author about the poem: This previously posted piece came to light the other day following a conversation with spiller here on MPS. Its heavily influenced by the Max Ehrmann piece Desiderata which is good reading and a code for life for everyone. With new year almost upon us I hope the message contained in this piece will help provide a confident way forward for those seeking reassurance.
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Brilliant poem , dusk 🙂🙂 follow our light and listen to ourselves .. this really makes me think of our higher selves ,
I like your words
An excellent positive message. It highlights integrity.
Great message.
There are many paths out there, but there's only yours to follow.
All we can do is move forward and not dwell on past failures 2022 a brand new start a blank page lets all write a brighter future for ourselves.☺
Excellent advice to read over again and digest - -thanks dear Dusk for another poetic gem and into my list it goes.
No matter how or which way I look at it, I can't fault this .. Sentiments perfectly poemed and likewise pinned to the page ....................... N
Those who walk the path of peace, with not a hint to defraud, their inner light illuminates brightly never to falter or lead astray.
The words you so poetically displayed to remain warm by that inner light.
Wonderful words d a, but in my life I know that light will always be there for me, that is my destiny.
Andy
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