A Rock on ShoreComposed, centered and strong,has a soft spot for the ocean.As the tide comes and goes, the rock remainsIt will be there when the wave returns.With each greeting the rock gives a piece of itselfFor the wave to carry with it for the journey.Little by little the rock gives and givesAnd the wave so happily receivesUntil the rock, once grounded and strongFeels shaky when the wave comes … [Read more...] about A Rock on Shore
Achieving Success
Failures, mistakes, not getting what you wantIs all part of life but it’s not what we’re taughtStressing about results, you just want successIt all takes time, keep making progressFailures happen, it’s how you overcomeOwn your mistakes, don’t sweat the outcomeChoose to go through life outside your comfort zoneNew things are uncomfortable, your anxiety’s full blownThat’s how you grow, it’s OK to … [Read more...] about Achieving Success
The Simple Things
Pet beetles, coloring books and black pine treesMaking longboats with bamboo leavesThinking about my childhood memories I’m reminded of these simple things.Befriending stray cats and breathing the summer breezeChess games with neighbors and family gatheringsThose are what I remember of my pre-teensHow I cherish these simple things.Life turned to a race when I became a teenAll about milestones and … [Read more...] about The Simple Things