The Kind-Hearted Smart Aleck

The past, present, and future are all connected - at least the past and present, for the future is never a guarantee. Some people focus so much on past mistakes and incidents that they're unable to enjoy the present, which limits them in their future. Others are so wrapped up in the present, it becomes increasingly difficult to plan for the future. Lastly, others spend so much time preparing for their future, they're unable to enjoy the present, which makes it more difficult to enjoy certain aspects of their future. Trying to balance all three time periods can be extraordinarily difficult, but I think it's fairly critical to at least be cognizant of this juggling act and attempt to find balance for a happier life. When I was growing up, it was often times very difficult for me to focus on and enjoy the present. I was often times hobbled by some unfortunate childhood incidents, as well as some serious health problems. This led me to focus on the past, which depressed me in...

"Connection" A feeling strikes me, As her eyes penetrate deeply into mine, All other persons and sounds drowned out, The crowded room becoming just she and I, With every word I utter, Her focus is solely upon me, Questions come my way, As I peak her curiosity, All my jokes stimulate laughter, Both the good and the bad, A seemingly permanent smile on her face, Whenever I'm around, She briefly looks down, Her cheeks redden, As another looks over and opens his mouth, Insinuating we're together, My heart quickens, As she touches my arm, My smile never leaves my face, When she's around, Deeply into her eyes I stare, Further into my heart she travels, Connecting with the woman for whom I long, Never wanting the moment to pass.

This can be found on pages 164-166 of "Seasons Come, People Grow: A Poetic Journey". Morals and values, Rules and ethics, Guidelines and boundaries, A set of standards, Threatening humans, To keep them in line, Infiltrating fear, So that they may abide, King, Ruler, President, Leader, Fitting to one's culture, Fitting to one's geography, Fitting to one's government, Fitting to one's history, All others are deemed inferior, Incompetent, Deemed immoral, Inaccurate, Philosophies of life, To the ultimate truth, Different roads and pathways taken, To find the solution, Differences in courses taken, But we all start and end the same, Interconnected to the ultimate truth, No matter our culture, geography, government or history.