Foundations

Carpe Diem is such a shallow concept!

Foundations

Pluck not the day,

for it is but a moment

passing.

Indeed many days

present themselves

as years; and years

as decades.

Until all have passed,

withering upon

untended forgotten vines.

Indeed build your castle

of the finest, most robust

stone; build it with vision.

See it your fortress,

your long term haven,

where steadfast

you will rule

your life

with the wisest dignity

and love.

 

05/07/15

Author's Note

Reviews

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Yes, John, if our seizing is carried out with nonchalance, and we forget to build those strong foundations of love and dignity, and forget to tend to the vines of our memories (the ones upon which hang that which we have planted in life) then the days that remain surely will feel like years and decades, bringing us little joy. It really does come down to how we seize each moment... well-said!

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Indeed FT and many thank yous.

[fattycbreezy52]

Wow but you seem to have deepened the theme of "Carpe Diem" in this poem.Wonderful :)
Couldn't agree more!

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Thank you FCB

[~]

Yes, yes and yes! I cannot agree more with you on this. All too often people rush to erect tall buildings of themselves, being happy with easy and not working hard for what they need to live a happy life.
:D

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Thank you MS, glad you agree.

[jacob erin-cilberto]

strong foundations help those homes last forever, or at least seem to...and putting a little dignity and love in the mortar makes it even stronger.

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Indeed Jacob. Many thanks.

[Bare trees]

An inspirational write well worded.

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Thank you PW.