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What it boils down to

“A meaningful life is not being rich, being popular, or being perfect. It’s about being real, being humble, being able to share ourselves and touch the lives of others.” - Unknown

It takes years to develop our persona
time to finetune our vision
then learn that being true to ourselves
is what truly matters most

Life struggles challenge us to evolve
through successes and failures
Defining ourselves is a process
that takes courage and stamina

We learn that relationships
is what’s most precious
We learn what has meaning 
We learn that less is more


AP: Honorable Mention 2025
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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Etgen-Baker Avatar
November 26, 2025 at 5:52 PM
wise words, Line...words with which I agree.
Gauthier Avatar
November 30, 2025 at 9:08 AM
Much appreciated, thanks Sara ~
Wolf Avatar
November 23, 2025 at 7:37 PM
Pearls of wisdom, Line, gained from experience, no doubt --- the best teacher ever. ~ Professor of Long Hikes, Archaeological Digs, and HARD WORK
Gauthier Avatar
November 24, 2025 at 7:54 AM
Thanks for your much appreciated visit and comment, Gershon.
La France Avatar
November 23, 2025 at 1:54 PM
Line, wonderful poem, I think that I have lived a hundred lives so far, like chapters in a book, some with a lesson, some I could have skipped, some too painful to look at, well done, Constance ~
Gauthier Avatar
November 24, 2025 at 7:57 AM
Thanks Constance ~ life's journey is a mixed bag indeed ~ may the rest of your life feel more like the reward you deserve.
Rolland Avatar
November 23, 2025 at 10:44 AM
so true, i thin it takes a life to now who we are, enjoyed your poem
Gauthier Avatar
November 23, 2025 at 10:50 AM
Thanks for your much appreciated visit and comment, Yann.
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