Tile Tersoo Poet Rhyme

If We Must Shine

If we must shine, let it not like flies
Bright like the beautiful tune of butterflies,
While hunted by foes around the den of  faeries,
Sing at us like hungry overfed dogs.
If  we must shine,  Aaa! Let it but mildly shine,
Even as we dance awaiting our unknown end
In truth, shall the rue yet monsters coy
For life still lives even if, it ends my friend!
My comradery! let’s then meet as we toy!
We may felt frightened yet again as we journey 
Life is sweet with thorns in armour of bravery
And the million blows taste like honey!
That which lies is a choice of life or slavery?
Like lions we will face the cowardly fear!
Almost strangled to the wall, yet fighting to hear!

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Tile Tersoo October 21, 2025 at 5:13 AM The poem meditates on the nature of existence, courage, and human resilience. The phrase “If we must shine” sets a conditional tone—an introspective query about what it truly means to “shine” in life. Rather than superficial brilliance or fleeting glory, the poet advocates for a more meaningful, humble, and enduring form of light. The tone alternates between philosophical, defiant, and heroic, creating a balance between vulnerability and valor.