Written May 31 2026 for the Ponder contest sponsored by Constance LaFrance
“The present is what slips by us while we're pondering the past and worrying about the future.” Ziggy Marley An angel guides me despite my lack of faith In my own destined path blooming by grace I am a weed in the green garden of Eden Dilemma is a tree a red apple in season How I wish to be wise yet I can be a fool Hoping to grow use mistakes as a stool Caught up in life blindsided by events Praying for time to make it right repent I exist because an ancestor persevered Destiny is a kiss from heaven despite tears I ponder the purple meaning of a licorice life Have I made my mark as I attempt to fly Pondering the past happiness is delayed Views in looking glass see eyes that prayed Future is a kite rising above all clouds Living life is art amethyst goals vows As they plant opportunities like seeds for me So shall I blossom for those who follow my lead
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