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When the world says, "Give up,"
Hope whispers, "Try it one more time."
~Author Unknown
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Careful,
Careful...
Let's not take that step.
'Tis far safer to lurk
In the darkest,
Undiscovered place,
Than find new meaning
And purpose.
So, hide yourself,
Shielded in your self-doubt.
'Tis far safer than
The unvarnished
Dangers of
Accomplishment.
For effort may change
That life and zone of comfort
You keep hidden
On that shelf
Amongst the dirt,
Dust and grime
Of your little world .
Stay timid and
Desperately afraid
Of attempting something
Yet unexplored.
Nobody will see you
Remain quite the same,
While the rest of the world
Moves forward,
As things around you
Change
In a sublime wave
Of transition,
Taking on
New shapes
A raison d'etre.
Nobody will say a word,
As far as you know.
So stay safe...
Copyright © 2010 Richard D. Remler
A Bit a Repost
Indeed. Stay in bed, head tucked under the covers, and never budge, for what might happen if you do? Wonderful imagery and provocation. Yet fear seems to possess such strong shackles, and my, but it torments. Excellent tribute.