Earth Life Struggle Soul Choice

Earth life struggle, soul choice made by free will Facing turbid winds, inhospitable Challenges shapen us, upon the anvil Until love enabled, consciousness stable With clear light veiled, in this form we stumble Weary from suffering, that makes us ill We seek joy and freedom but unable Earth life struggle, soul choice made by free will Fears deepen darkness, a cold, clammy chill In despair, we look to old parables Seeking an exit from this life downhill Facing turbid winds, inhospitable Look not to heavens, for a miracle Desire the devil, stagnation evil Flowing like the breeze, make this life simple Challenges shapen us, upon the anvil Oh hermit! Know that our heart, love instils Abide in silence, not mind that babbles With a mindful eye, each impulse distil Until love enabled, consciousness stable Dwelling in the void, ego disable Delighting each moment, in joyful thrill Life a play, not a puzzle to juggle Cessation allows joy to overspill Earth life struggle, soul choice 01-March-2021 Written for: Rondeau Redouble- Life's Struggles- Challenge - Poetry Contest Sponsor: Constance La France (10 syllables per line checked on PS; refrain 5 words, as specified)