Rest, Don't Quit

What happens when the moon isn't up to her best?
She takes a break,
Dozes for a while,
And comes back shining brighter than she ever did!

What happens when the ocean waves lose their energy?
They lap at low tide,
Allow themselves some peace in their lonely expanse
Merely to enjoy the view of the night sky!

What happens when the day feels like she needs some time alone?
She breaks into a yawn,
A yawn which gets transmitted to us all living creatures
And she slips into a delightful dose!

But what happens when we humans feel like 
The boulders that we carry on our shoulders
Have become too heavy for us?
What happens when we glance at our fate lines
And feel like we shall never make it to destination?
Why,
Instead of following nature's example,
We simply close our diaries, tear the stories up
And look out for other things to do
When all that is required,
Is a well deserved break,
One potent enough as to take our minds
Off our toils, have us sit back, breathe and relax,
Before we make our comeback!

Pray,
Is Existence not beautiful
When we quit solely at the moment
That we have been fated to?
Copyright © | Year Posted 2022

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Perna Avatar
June 21, 2024 at 1:11 PM
Such a lovely poem!
Greenhough Avatar
June 21, 2024 at 12:38 AM
I enjoy the philosophy in this poem. The mind needs a rest to stay sharp. The comparisons to the moon, ocean, and day showed a talent for insightful thinking. I truly enjoyed it.
Campbell Avatar
June 20, 2024 at 6:21 PM
What a wonderful poem so well written, such a joy to read,bravo.
Emate Avatar
May 18, 2022 at 6:12 PM
I earnestly love this. Congratulations on your POTD.
Jae Avatar
May 16, 2022 at 4:00 AM
Thanks for this one, Anoucheka. I share the love for nature as well as the desire to try and learn from her.
Peck Avatar
May 15, 2022 at 7:19 PM
That's very beautiful, Anoucheka. We could learn a lot from nature if we would only see.
Agustin Avatar
May 8, 2022 at 8:18 AM
Thanks for sharing this, so wisdom-filled. God bless you.
Legros Kelley Avatar
April 26, 2022 at 8:25 PM
Thank you for this. I told my daughter tonight I know I should be working, and I don't feel motivated at all. I even googled 'when we don't feel any motivation' to look for suggestions. This is timely for me, really amazing. I suppose a rest would be in order :) I'm glad to see this had a POTW <3 ~BJ
Dietrich Avatar
April 23, 2022 at 7:27 PM
belated congrats on your POTD, and also I see you are third on most popular new poem list. Awesome!
Stellah  Avatar
April 20, 2022 at 12:28 PM
This is beautiful
Venkataraman Avatar
April 18, 2022 at 10:07 AM
A superb poetic advice that is remarkable as the poet makes us feel capable, Our hope, he does double to make us never feel feeble, His ideas are purely noble and sensible!
Marcum Wong Avatar
April 17, 2022 at 11:51 PM
This is so true Anoucheka. We live in such a busy world. It is vitally important to take time for ourselves to rest. Easter Blessings. xxoo
John Avatar
April 12, 2022 at 2:20 AM
Some great thoughts, Anoucheka. Thanks.
Alex Avatar
April 10, 2022 at 6:23 AM
Congratulations, again!
Brown Avatar
April 9, 2022 at 8:31 AM
Congratulations on your POTD. Blessings ~ Debra
George Avatar
April 9, 2022 at 4:18 AM
We all need an occasional break from the hectic schedule and the hurry burry of life. We should follow Nature's example to relax and then come back rejuvenated. A beautiful and illuminating write. Congratulations on your POTD, Anoucheka
Buhagiar Avatar
April 8, 2022 at 11:05 PM
Congratulations on your POTD. There arre many occasions when we have to stay put rather than hurry and commit mistakes.
Nicole Avatar
April 8, 2022 at 7:32 PM
You are exactly right, we should follow nature's example. Sometimes, we need a break, a moment to gather our thoughts. This is so beautiful and uplifting. Your words caress softly around me and my heart. Congratulations Anoucheka, on Poem of the Day. :) Brandy
Lawless Avatar
April 8, 2022 at 6:32 PM
I shall recall this as I slowly slip into my kayak and drift aimlessly at the whim of the wind
Ray Choudhury Avatar
April 8, 2022 at 10:09 AM
Congratulations on your POTD honour, Dear Poet. You are very right - we all occassionaly need a break - to reenergize ourselves. Nature is the best teacher!
Hankins Avatar
April 8, 2022 at 9:07 AM
Congratulations on your P.O.T.D.! Fine writing!
Goldsmith Avatar
April 8, 2022 at 8:52 AM
Congratulations on your POTD win. WOW!!! What a wonderful write. A fav for me. Today, I needed to read this one. I need some time off. Have a great/blessed day with your wonderful win.................
Baker Avatar
April 8, 2022 at 8:18 AM
Good advice, Anoucheke. Rest is very important to stay balanced in life. We must allow ourselves recovery time. Congratulations on your POTD. Enjoy the rewards of your work! Bill
Calasibetta Avatar
April 8, 2022 at 7:57 AM
Congratulations on your POTD. You have penned a poignant question to us all. Very nice write. :)Paulette
La France Avatar
April 8, 2022 at 6:50 AM
Anoucheka, wonderful poem and congratulations on receiving the POEM OF THE DAY honor ~Constance
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