Farewell Dirge
Free from mortal constraints,
At peace with spirit form;
Rise beyond sad restraints
Exult in spirit norm;
Work is over at last,
Enjoy sure release from form;
Live now from body past,
Love returns that soul norm.
Deed from a thousand toils,
Impress this memorial;
Rich traditional soil
Gains from firm tutorial,
Exploits of seasons then.
Touch sought a better world,
Observe the landscape then.
Mind and heart caused a swirl:
Rich progress fits endow.
Whither blows the cold winds?
Extend the fate right now,
Yield bold effort and dream.
Note the harshness that breaks,
Apply the heart to drive;
Urge the people to take,
Keep the will to survive.
Expose true destiny,
Etch a grand harmony;
Love and life spur glory:
Opt true humanity.
Leon Enriquez
24 March 2015
Singapore
Copyright © Leon Enriquez | Year Posted 2015
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