Non-Fiction · Poetry · Values

The Hue of Pessimism

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In the garden where hope used to bloom,
A shadow crept, a harbinger of gloom.
With every dawn, it whispered in the ear,
A voice that only spoke of fear.

It dulled the sun, turned blue skies gray,
Promised that joy would never stay.
It choked the roots of dreams, now frail,
And spun dark tales where light should prevail.

Pessimism, the thief of flight,
Clipped the wings of those who might.
It sowed its seeds in fertile minds,
To harvest doubts of every kind.

But here, where the shadow casts its blight,
A flicker remains, a stubborn light.
For in the heart, despite the dark,
Hope still kindles a tiny spark.

So let the shadow linger near,
It cannot quench the fire here.
For even in the deepest night,
The dawn awaits to reclaim its right.

Courage · Inspirational · Non-Fiction · Poems

Strive to make a difference

What could you do more of?

Within us is a spark of light,
A flame to brighten the darkest night.
“But what more can I do,” you asked.
To leave a mark, fulfill the task?

Let’s listened closely to the world’s soft plea,
For kindness flows like a boundless sea.
let’s dare to give more love, without a doubt,
For that’s what life is all about.

Let’s speak words that lift, not tear apart,
And try heal the wounds of every heart.
A smile can change a stranger’s day,
A simple act to light the way.

Let’s share our time, our strength, our care,
In every corner, everywhere.
For in our hands, the power lies,
To bring hope where sorrow dies.

Let’s be brave enough to lend a hand,
To fight for justice, let’s take a stand.
Even in moments when we feel small,
Courage can inspire us all.

Look up to the sky, Don’t be afraid,
Each step we take, a difference made.
The world awaits the gifts we bear,
To lift it up, to love, to care.

So let’s do more of giving, of spreading peace,
Of helping hope and joy increase.
The difference starts with what we choose,
In every path, in every move.

Bottom line,

The world is waiting for our light,
For all the ways we have to make things right.
It needs our voices, our hearts, our hands,
To plant new hope in barren lands.

Let’s speak up for those unseen,
Shine a light where the dark has been.
Stand tall for truth, for what is just,
In us the world can place its trust.

Let’s give more love, be quick to share,
Offer a hand, to show we care.
Small gestures, though they may seem slight,
Can turn the tide, bring wrong to right.

I dream a world that’s brave and kind,
Where every soul has peace of mind.
Then do the work, each day anew,
For change begins with more of us.

More compassion, more steady grace,
More courage to face what others evade.
Dare to be bold enough to lead the way,
And brighten someone’s cloudy day.

The difference waits within our soul,
A greater part, a fuller whole.
So I’d say be the spark, the voice, the flame,
And the world will never be the same.

Writing True

“Pursue your dreams,” Dad.

What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received?

Growing up, my father was always my anchor, yet he was the wind that pushed me forward. He had this unwavering belief in the power of dreams, not just as fleeting fantasies, but as the compass to guide one’s life. He’d often sit me down during quiet moments, his voice steady and warm, like the hum of a gentle engine. “You have to chase what sets your heart on fire,” he would say, “because no one else can do it for you.”

He believed in hard work, but he also believed in the kind of work that made your soul come alive. “The world will tell you to play it safe,” he’d warn. “But if you spend your life afraid of falling, you’ll never know how high you can climb.”

When I doubted myself, wondering if I was capable enough to chase the big dreams I held inside, my father never let me shrink back. “Failure isn’t something to fear,” he’d remind me, leaning in with those wise eyes of his. “Failure means you’re trying, you’re growing. It’s a sign that you’re on the right path, not the wrong one.”

His words stayed with me through every challenge—every time I hesitated to leap, every time I fell. He’d be there, either in person or in my mind, reminding me that life’s greatest rewards lie just beyond the bounds of fear. “Dreams are meant to be pursued,” he’d say with a gentle nudge. “Even if the road is tough, that’s how you know it’s worth it.”

It wasn’t just his words, though—it was his actions. I saw how he lived, how he relentlessly pursued his own passions, even when life threw its hardest punches. His resilience wasn’t just a lesson, it was a beacon. He wasn’t afraid to try, wasn’t afraid to fail, and because of that, he wasn’t afraid to succeed.

And so, I carry his voice with me, always urging me forward.

Creative · Inspirational · Non-Fiction · Poetry

Carpe Diem

Life is a dance of fleeting light,
Moments like whispers on wings of night.
Why wait in the shadows, afraid to move,
When the stars above sing a daring groove?

Every dawn is a door, wide and new,
A chance to leap where the brave pursue.
The mountains call, the rivers run,
Don’t wait for the storm to steal your sun.

Opportunities bloom like flowers in spring,
Each with a song, a note to sing.
Stretch your hand, reach for the sky,
Don’t let the “what ifs” pass you by.

For failure’s a teacher dressed in disguise,
A wise old friend with unblinking eyes.
It whispers, “Fall, rise up again,”
Each stumble’s the path to where dreams begin.

Fear not the cracks or the broken seams,
They are the doors to uncharted dreams.
Run through the valleys, climb every peak,
Find the courage in being unique.

Time waits for no one, the sand runs fast,
Grasp each second, make it last.
For the only regret when the journey’s done,
Is the chance not taken, the race not run.

So live with fire, let your spirit soar,
Chase after the life you’ve longed for more.
Embrace the falls, and laugh at the rain—
In every storm, there’s something to gain.

The world’s a canvas, wild and wide,
Paint it boldly, leave nothing to hide.
For life’s not in waiting or standing still—
It’s found in the heart that dares the thrill.

Creative · Non-Fiction · Poetry

Between Hours and Oceans

Ours is measured in miles and minutes,
In fleeting glances across unseen skies,
Each whispered promise lost to distance,
Yet carried in the silence of our sighs.

The stars we share lie far between,
Time holds us in its cruel, slow grip,
Yet every moment apart is a thread unseen
That binds us closer with every slip.

You are the echo in my quiet hours,
The fading sun in my restless dreams,
Though oceans and hours hold their power,
Ours still burns with steady beams.

One day, we’ll conquer distance and time,
Until then, my heart is and will beat for you from here to the edge of the night,
With every second, you are still mine—
A love beyond borders, beyond sight.

Non-Fiction · Poems · Poetry

The Depth of Craving

Which topics would you like to be more informed about?

I crave the spark of something new,
The thrill of knowing what is true.
A world uncharted, vast, untold,
Each secret waiting to unfold.

I yearn not just for the passing fact,
But wisdom’s pulse, in truth intact.
The endless search, the boundless roam,
Through lands of thought I make my home.

It’s not enough to simply know,
I long to feel the roots that grow
Beneath the surface of the mind,
Where ancient truths are intertwined.

I seek the depths, I chase the stars,
The mysteries of near and far.
In every book, in every line,
A fragment of the grand design.

With every question, more to find,
No end to the expanse of mind.
I hunger not for gold or fame,
But for the wisdom, untamed flame.

For knowledge comes, but wisdom stays,
It shapes the heart in quiet ways.
A deeper hunger fuels my quest—
To understand what makes us blessed.

Through every lesson, every page,
I seek the timeless, not the cage.
For knowledge feeds, but wisdom frees,
Unlocking all life’s mysteries.

In this craving, I find my call,
To never settle, to risk it all—
To reach beyond, to dive within,
Where learning ends, and life begins.

To learn, to grow, to ever be,
A student of eternity.

Inspirational · Let the Lyrics Speak for Me · Music · Non-Fiction

Soulless

What would your life be like without music?

The Language of Our Souls

In the stillness of the night, it calls,
A melody that echoes through the walls,
More than words our lips can find,
Music speaks the heart, the mind.

With every note, a story told,
In whispered tunes or rhythms bold,
No need for voice, no need for sound,
The soul in music is unbound.

A language older than the sun,
It weaves the hearts of everyone,
In joy or sorrow, hope or pain,
The music brings us home again.

For in each beat, we’re made complete,
A silent voice, so soft, so sweet,
When words fall short, when silence grows,
Music is the language of our souls.

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Memorable

How do you celebrate holidays?

We gather in the quiet glow,
Where time slows down and hearts can grow.
The days we mark, the years that pass,
Are held within this moment vast.

The table’s set with food and care,
But more than that, what’s waiting there
Are whispered laughs, a hand to hold,
A story shared, a truth retold.

Each twinkling light, each candle flame,
Reminds us all from where we came—
The bonds that time cannot unbind,
The warmth of love we always find.

So may we pause, both young and old,
To cherish all that can’t be sold:
The peace within, the joy we give,
The simple moments where we live.

For holidays are more than days,
They’re woven in life’s endless maze—
A season stitched from care and grace,
A time to treasure, not to chase.