The Meaning of Life
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Since I've resolved to laugh at life-
find humor in its flaws,
and realize that stress and strife
are shaped by worldly laws;
Since I've resolved to compromise
with dreams that can't come true,
yet listen to my inner cries-
to follow those anew;
Since I've resolved to meet the test
of strengths by which I live-
and always do my honest best
to trust and to forgive;
Since I've resolved- my love to share
with every kin and friend,
set time aside to listen, care-
their sorrows ease, transcend;
Since I've resolved to ply my skills
expressed through words and art,
feel the sweet joy each piece fulfills-
to share my thoughts and heart;
Since I've resolved that time on earth
is but a short-lived stay-
fine-tuning for my greater worth
neath heaven's golden ray;
Since I've resolved to set life free-
embrace it- scarce or rife.
I now accept, with joy to see-
the meaning of my life.
May 25, 2019
~3rd Place~
Premiere Contest: Rotate Consciousness Polarity
Sponsor: Unseeking Seeker
Judged: 11/11/2022
~2nd Place~
Contest: Writing Challenge 2 - A Poem Meaningful
Sponsor: Dear Heart - Wisshkobi Ode
Judged: 11/20/2019
~5th Place~
Contest: The Meaning of Life
Sponsor: Chantelle Anne Cooke
Judged: 05/29/2019
Copyright © Sandra Haight | Year Posted 2019
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