We all have unique races to run.
Yea, we may fairly emulate or even learn
From the wealth of exemplary attributes.
But envy not or attempt to become another,
For it is but a wasted venture, rather use
Laudable lessons to aid your singular pathways
And explore your potential to the fullest degree, to
Augment and compliment the dimension of your essence.
YemilBenjoy©
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Cherish the living of each moment, before it
Dissipates within the elements of life…
For time, like a mirage fast fades steadily,
Evaporating as vapours into the mystic
Sphere of existence, while yet transforming
Into the elusive and abides no longer tangible.
But, yet when reflections court nostalgia
Those moments assume the poignancy
Of the present past, although not physical
Sufficiently powerful to cause revival of
The previous emotions accompanying
Certain times past in their original form.
Thus, as that which is gone has not the ability to
Attain the perceptible nature of its bygone era,
While it is present, earnestly treasure its value, to
Aid, not only the nurturing of the present moments
But the stimulating nature of the past and hope of the future.
YemilBenjoy©
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The essence of the good fight may not be valued
Nor well quantified in the weight of rubies and gold,
Or measured in accolades with standing ovations.
It may, silently and honestly be accounted for
By the rich dimension of solid integrity and
Ardent embodiment of the laudable qualities
The human race is innately endowed with.
That a legacy, yet, may be passed from one
To future generations, that humanity indeed
Is worth more than sheer hatred, prejudice,
Bigotry, plain greed, the profane and vile,
But truly possesses that which is honourable
Purely commendable, kind and simply humane.
YemilBenjoy ©
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Though the winds of life may billow hard
And hurricane force winds appear fierce,
Determined to deter you from your course.
Take a moment or moments needed to conjure
From within the depths of the tenacity of thy spirit
The strength required to face the adversity and
To renew your resilience and stand steadfast.
Though it may be difficult, you have that which is
Within you to emerge, not conquered, but stronger.
YemilBenjoy ©
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Change is the steady pulse of human existence
For without a doubt, it interjects itself
Unfailing into the course and scheme of life
Thus with the armour of this knowledge, be prepared
To confront the aspect of change should it appear
Even if its essence would take more time to conquer.
Be of good courage.
YemilBenjoy (c)
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So today, considering the accumulation of time translating into my age, I decided to sit and ponder about life… And figure out where next, and why. But then my contemplation, as would sometimes evolve from the best intentions, took a detour and centered squarely upon my youth and what my first recollection was. Probably that was where I was destined to explore, maybe it was not. Nonetheless, I found myself on that intriguing journey and embraced it. How early in life could I recall anything about my existence and what impact did the event have on the course and the next chapters of my journey. Oddly, as I ventured deep into this self-imposed exercise, to my elation, I was comforted by the retrospective view, not because all the unfolding scenes were of pleasant description but because the challenge forced me to inquire deep into the labyrinth of the mind and the recesses of time to interestingly extract from apparent conscious oblivion, that which was powerfully present once but now embedded in the past.
How time fades the past into the forgotten, only to be retrieved somewhat by deliberate measure. Undeterred, I continued down each nostalgic lane and was gratified that the fog of memory parted sufficiently to reveal the crossroads of possible recollection and the impossible to retrieve. I lingered at that juncture in that early decade, made acquaintance again with my young self and marveled at what my life entailed at that time. Oh, how blissful the carefree days of early youth. The cryptic irony being, I did not appreciate the idyllic nature of life as it was then, as much as I appreciate it now.
Well, let me pause with the present introspection, and resume it soon.
Yemil Benjoy ©
The Extraordinary Tutor
Life is the master teacher,
With no close comparison.
For its weathered volumes of old
Are full of chapters which still
Resonate so profoundly in the
Echoes of the present, and
Will assuredly direct many a
Contemplation in the future.
Of its varied and instructive lessons…
Thus, listen very carefully, and
Observe most intently, then apply
That only which life can impart
In positive measure appropriately.
Chart Your Course Wisely!
Yemil Benjoy ©
Failed Agenda
What is defeat, but another challenge,
Encountered along the way, which may
Inherently seek to derail and project lingering
Emotions of dejection and hopelessness.
Why give it the opportunity, to execute
Its untoward agenda and pervade the
Remaining course with that abject resignation
When assuredly, it can be limited in essence.
Nay, squarely determine to reverse the tide
By employing inward resilience and valor
In favor of transcending the circumstances, and
Certainly defeating that which seeks to defeat.
Don’t be discouraged!
YemilBenjoy ©
June 13, 2013
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Lasting Legacy
Be thou not deceived to the contrary …
For ‘tis undoubtedly worth the investment
To safeguard that constant companion, which
Subsists with thee as you journey forward
Through the scenes and storms of life’s sequence.
Though its foundation is fashioned early, still
It is further cast, amid survival, and certainly tides.
Evolving into character distinctively defining
The core of every being, steering each conscience
Towards the conviction of that candid courage.
Therefore, forsake it not, for want of the
Hollow lure of the flawed attributes, steadfastly
Embrace it for all seasons, even though, the
Winds fiercely billow, or tranquility yet prevails, so
That in the final accounting, integrity rewards thee.
Extol all virtue!
YemilBenjoy ©
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