Journey you take as hero must,
One mindset starts for the true heart;
Story you make in a fine trust,
Explore bold art in fabled parts;
Prized tale and spell: follow your bliss,
Heed sacred code as hero can.
Choice helps you dwell on journey's gist,
Apply brave mode to live your plan;
Meet each stage cast that challenge way,
People you meet can bring conflict;
Best to outlast, outwit, outplay,
Enter harsh streets where fighting peaks;
Live zealous quest for laurel wreath,
Love sparks the best in monomyth.
Leon Enriquez
02 May 2015
Singapore
Dip your toes into the water.
Feel it splash.
Take the first step.
Aim your arms toward the heavens,
reaching beyond your boundaries to the other side.
Bend with precision.
On the count, fly to your destiny.
Trust that your body will take you there.
Trepidation ensues with stinging eyes,
tired muscles,
and adverse waves.
You can do it.
Whoosh!
You’re there.
*Inspired by A JOSEPH CAMPBELL COMPANION by Diane Osbon
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