Clouded Answers

Seeing a cloud float from child eyes and the recognition The light up moment of clarity smiling wide the definition Proud parent on graduation day notices too much ambition Listening to that little voice that haunts you with suspicion As an adult comes realization that life is not an exhibition Looking up now and that old cloud is still just passing by The light up moment of clarity smiling wide the definition In search of mindful answers to basic questions like why What answers are so in need to gain one life perfection Open up your eyes and see they point in the right direction You have to want to stop suffering take a moment of reflection Use your mind to problem solve answering the needed correction Instead of staring at clouds seeking some childhood protection Although a meaningful memory it is not the cloud seen now Open up your eyes and see they point in the right direction No need in asking memory clouds questions of life anyhow All tools needed to succeed in life are right there inside yourself 11/02/17 Written for contest: "Rhyme Time II" Hosted by: Laura Loo Won 1st Place in Contest Results