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 ©
Sound the New Refrain
Step Over It…
Whatever seeks to assail you,
Bet it of sudden or in lingering mode
Step over it
Be it the tempest of life, so cruel
Step over it
That disappointment of life, so unreal
Step over it
The heart-rending betrayal, too deep
Step over it
Whatever it is, that life
May bring to shake your core, in attempt
To eliminate tranquility and progress
That you so ardently seek,
Give it not the chance to prevail, rather
Court courage’s fierce companionship, and
My friend with utmost resolve
Step over it indeed.
Sound the new refrain and Step Over It!
YemilBenjoy ©
Filed under Life
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
Filed under Life
Motivation Nonetheless
Condemnation by others …
May just be the ironical motivation
Required to transcend life’s challenges.
Therefore, my friend transform such to thy advantage.
YemilBenjoy ©
Filed under Life, Uncategorized
My gift to you is this…
I wish for you now and always
The peace of God, the foundation
And maker of the whole universe,
Which peace, exceeds the knowledge
Of mere humanity, but from within its
Boundless and sustaining essence, remains
An ever faithful impenetrable anchor
Which, calms the ripples and turbulence of life,
Transforms the sphere of human perception
Yet, assuredly provides enduring solace
And the tranquility of comforting relief
In aid of the spirit that embraces it.
YemilBenjoy © October 2012
When situation occasions agony
And sorrow’s pain tends to linger on.
Forbear prolonged lamentation,
Lest in triumph it thrives and flourishes
Overcoming all avenues for joy within.
For the sorrow nurtured and kept alive
Forever as a companion tends to stays beside…
While that disposed of, in time, dissipates
Sparing more tears and anguish pronounced.
Nurture misery not, grief ‘s plan neither abet.
Truly, it is the soul, that despairs, that must
For its benefit, to hope eternal cling…
And the heart that in distressed anguish weeps
For its own plain relief, gladness must seek.
Thus within life’s brevity meant for all things
Extend not sorrow if it adventures near, that
It may not find habitation beyond its due…
But in earnest, room make for emotions pleasant,
Because ’tis when sorrow is bid farewell
That happiness, can fulfill its means and purpose
In joy’s delight and comfort, blossom free
Residing indeed amid inner solace and peace.
YemilBenjoy Copyright
Filed under Life
Progress is a watchword of the vigilant
For its essence inspires the spirit through
Rightful recognition of the accomplished,
And thus rewards toil and steadfastness in
Tangible account and visible dimension.
Therefore, my friend make not small delight
Of continuous propulsion through life’s maze.
For advancement surely supersedes stagnation.
Nay, not only embrace what thou hath completed
Regard it as springboard for inspiration and the future.
Much good luck!
YemilBenjoy Copyright August 2012
The opportunity of a lifetime
Always, may not present itself
In the adornment of riches.
Nay, it may yet be revealed
Within the simplicity of the richness
Of other dimensions which earnestly attach
Value to life beyond calculated wealth.
Therefore, my friend attend to vigilance
That ye may recognize that bountiful boon
And open the door to fully embrace it
When it knocks in whatever form…
To transform your journey for the better.
YemilBenjoy Copyright August 2012
Filed under Life
Inherent in the essence of life’s constant motion
Is the constancy of change, second after second
No moment is in complete dimension,
The same as the past, present or future…
Therefore, as the changing times of existence
May accumulate into centuries of progress,
Earnestly regard change as part of human enterprise
Thus, make it count on your behalf…
And not as an obstacle.
YemilBenjoy Copyright August 2012
Filed under Uncategorized
Exude before thou tread
All confidence in thy being.
Shew not timid spirit.
Yield not to intimidation
And favor not like fears.
But with courage, step forth
To empower thy very essence
As enduring and reliable shield
In triumph over this pilgrimage.
For they that with thee likewise walk
Are better not in measure than thee,
Nor entertain they less trepidation.
For in firm embrace coupled with
Stalwart conviction and boldness,
Some in diligence proceed forward
To succeed and conquer still.
Therefore in all things
Embrace fortitude
… And stride.
YemilBenjoy Copyright 1994.
(Modified 2012)
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