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Discovering Our Purpose In Life

From the moment of our birth To the last breath we take on this earth We are here for a purpose, not casually discerned, Hopefully we discover it in life lessons learned. That purpose includes a search for lasting peace That our sense of brotherhood may increase, We must accept our role in the cosmic universe As we pursue narrow paths of serenity Uplifting the Spirit in our small community And treating every person we meet with dignity. FIFTH PLACE WINNER written January 19, 2022 for "Earth Life Purpose Poetry Contest" sponsored by Unseeking Seeker

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Paula Goldsmith

Date: 1/23/2022 8:13:00 AM

Congratulations on your win. I do not think many people know this or even care. I love your line, "And treating every person we meet with dignity" If we all did this, the world would be a nice place to live. Have a blessed day/week.................

L Milton Hankins
Date: 1/23/2022 9:18:00 AM

So it would, Paula. Thanks so much for your thoughtful comment. I always appreciate hearing from you.

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 1/22/2022 10:08:00 AM

I know this has to be right "We are here for a purpose," Because I simply have not been able to die. Several times I should have died but God not only kept me here, but kept me from serious injury. This is why I am convinced. I am glad to read this one Hank.

L Milton Hankins
Date: 1/22/2022 10:19:00 AM

So happy it spoke to you, Caren.

Eve Roper

Date: 1/21/2022 8:55:00 AM

Very well written and expressed, Milt, about our life here on earth. Congratulations on your win. Hugs and blessings for a better year in your life

L Milton Hankins
Date: 1/21/2022 10:05:00 AM

Thank you, Eve, very much. Your thoughtful comments always make me feel so good!

Christuraj Alex

Date: 1/20/2022 10:25:00 PM

"We are here for a purpose, not casually discerned" - Great truth. Beautifully written. Congratulations!

L Milton Hankins
Date: 1/21/2022 8:48:00 AM

Thank you so much, Christuraj.

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 1/20/2022 8:43:00 PM

Sage guidance Milton. Congratulations on your wonderful win! Blessings xxoo

L Milton Hankins
Date: 1/20/2022 9:24:00 PM

Thanks so much, Connie. I really appreciate your thoughts and your comment.

Unseeking Seeker

Date: 1/20/2022 7:44:00 PM

Indeed, mindfulness moment to moment, distils attention and purifies our heart, drawing us closer to the light. Congrats on your win, Milt! God bless

L Milton Hankins
Date: 1/20/2022 9:24:00 PM

Unseeking Seeker, thank you so much for the opportunity to express this through your contest.

Sotto Poet

Date: 1/19/2022 6:38:00 PM

Excellent advice, Milt, as well as a well-crafted poem with excellent rhyme and a captivating topic. I wish you the best of luck in the contest.

L Milton Hankins
Date: 1/19/2022 8:10:00 PM

Thanks, Lasaad!

Bill Baker

Date: 1/19/2022 2:10:00 PM

Great advise, Milt. Well written with superb rhyme. Bill

L Milton Hankins
Date: 1/19/2022 3:39:00 PM

Thanks, Bill. I hope it will do well in the contest.