Life’s Secret

In the quiet morning, light pierces the dawn,  
Each ray a soft reminder:  
Breathe deeply,  
Step forward without hesitation.

Moments cascade like a gentle river,  
Passing over pebbles, around bends unseen,  
Their song low and constant,  
Whispering of presence and peace.

Hands open to the sky, we gather time,  
Not holding, but letting it flow through fingers—  
A dance of shadows and warmth,  
Each touch a story of now.

Evenings come with a soft closure,  
Stars watch over the world's slow exhale,  
In the hush, life’s simple truths resonate,  
Echoing the heartbeat of the universe.

We walk through days as through a garden,  
Noticing each bloom, each faded petal,  
Life's fleeting nature, the beauty in its briefness,  
Each step a silent celebration.

So we live, so we learn:  
Embrace each breath as if it is the first and last,  
See in every fleeting moment,  
A vast eternity waiting to be known.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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Rodgers Avatar
May 1, 2024 at 7:56 AM
Hello Don, This is a profound meditation on the beauty and brevity of existence. Your words call us to embrace each breath and cherish the fleeting beauty surrounding us. A wonderful reflection on life's simple truths and the vastness of eternity. - Blessings, Daniel
Iannone  Avatar
May 1, 2024 at 8:00 AM
Daniel, thank you so much for your kind remarks. With best wishes, Don
Scott Avatar
May 1, 2024 at 1:23 AM
Don - this is a fabulous write and really is up my street. I think I am learning to be grateful for every good thing; even taking those breaths and I such I am favouriting (English spelling). All the best, Sam :) x
Iannone  Avatar
May 1, 2024 at 3:41 AM
Hi Sam, thank you for your comment. Cheers, Don
Meadows Avatar
May 1, 2024 at 12:38 AM
A beautiful poem. Well written.
Iannone  Avatar
May 1, 2024 at 3:41 AM
Jeanette, thank you so much. Cheers, Don
Iannone  Avatar
May 1, 2024 at 3:40 AM
Jeanette, thank you so much. Cheers, Don
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