To Seize the Day

To seize the day he sees the day
As the elusive moment that it is
Wandering aimlessly from the herd
Beguiled by a drifting scent of more
Muscling his way into the lead
Leaving a mindless wake behind
Believing lost moments will follow
The shadow of his passing presence
Unaware that he is the moment
And time life’s metronomic warning
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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Etgen-Baker Avatar
February 21, 2026 at 5:28 PM
captivating and nicely penned
Croft Avatar
February 21, 2026 at 7:27 AM
Very nice!
Dietrich Avatar
February 17, 2026 at 10:53 PM
Very profound. Love how you wrapped it up
McCarthy Avatar
February 17, 2026 at 6:34 PM
Are you entering this for the contest? I think you'll do great!
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