Valsa George Poet Free verse

This Moment Alone Matters

"Be happy in the moment, that's enough. Each moment is all we need."
                                                   Quote_ Mother Teresa

Cry not on flowers wilted,
Count not on buds that canker might blight,
But marvel over beauty blossomed!

Extinct are our Yesterdays,
Illusory are our Tomorrows,
Today is all that exists,
This moment alone matters.
It is what there is and all there is.

Today is our way up hill.
The arena for action decreed.
The stage set for the show.
The tool and trade for life.

Today well lived leaves – 
Every Yesterday
A reminiscence sweet to relish!
Every Tomorrow 
A vision glorious to chase!

Drool not, hence over yester years
Rant not on chances missed.
Greet Today right in front!
Enjoy the moment at hand.
Each moment is all we need.

Render it your respiration and perspiration
Turning Yesterday - a commemoration,
Today- an actualization, 
Tomorrow –a stimulation,
And life – a celebration!


May.23.2023

~ Placed Second~

Writing Challenge -B- Quotes Poetry Contest
Sponsor- Constance La France

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Anne-Lise Andresen May 28, 2023 at 9:56 AM - Back with a congratulations on your winning poem, Valsa :) - hugs

Constance La France May 27, 2023 at 9:31 AM Valsa, thank you so much for sharing your wonderful poem with us in my Writing Challenge, well done and congratulations ! Valsa George May 28, 2023 at 5:27 AM Thanks a lot dear Constance for the placement given and the chance offered.

Alexis Y. May 25, 2023 at 4:10 PM Hi Valsa, We chose the same quote, however, your muse caused you to pen a well-written and inspiring write. Congratulations on a well-deserved win. Have a nice day;-) Alexis

Sotto Poet May 25, 2023 at 10:59 AM Back with heartfelt congratulations on your well-deserved first-place contest win. Valsa, blessings dear friend.

Stephan McBride May 23, 2023 at 10:57 AM This is a wonderful blessing to read, love your inspiring write, so .much knowledge, wisdom and grace you have to share with all : )

Anne-Lise Andresen May 23, 2023 at 10:25 AM - A beautiful and positive poem, Valsa - Best wishes in the contest :) - hugs

Ann Peck May 23, 2023 at 9:06 AM Dear Valsa, This is a beautiful interpretation of Mother Teresa's quote. Very top grade! I know it's a winner!

Sotto Poet May 23, 2023 at 6:28 AM Valsa, you have written a beautiful poem full of profound insights. Each and every verse is a precious pearl of insight. Best wishes for the contest

Paul Callus May 23, 2023 at 6:14 AM This is a lovely poem teeming with words of wisdom, Valsa! Well done! Love the heartfelt climax! ~ Regards // paul

Vijay Pandit May 23, 2023 at 5:57 AM A lovely depiction Valsa--words of wisdom on a path to happiness.

Victor Buhagiar May 23, 2023 at 1:01 AM Great argument, my dear Valsa.