Brevity of Life

written for poetry and lyrical challenge group

Life constantly moves forward with great speed
Rushing off to complete yet another deed
Time rapidly moving towards and end
Death starts at birth, with this we must contend

Precious is each single day we live
So take a moment to "just breath" and give
Appreciate the trivial moments that transpire
Learn to love with wholeness, and fueling desire

Enjoy a minute of basking in the sun
Run around, play tag, laugh, have childish fun
For in the blink of an eye it could disappear
Leaving aching regret when the end is near

So speak your thoughts with abandon and desire
Feel life's flowing energy, blaze like fire
Feeding contentment with minuscule seconds
Before Death's call, sounds, and soulfully beckons 

Reviews

[The Warrior Poet]

Carpe Diem!

There are poignant moments in life that wrap eternity up into a marble shot.

Tell those you love that you do more often and do not stay angry. Regret is a contagious disease that is carried by anger and it lurks like a slithering venomous serpent. It is a neurotoxic poison that attacks the brain.

Once you meet Regret, you'll never be alone again...

[Bette]

wonderfuly said dont waist a minute.

[Mauricio Montoya]

I’ve been soul searching all my life so I can relate to this piece. The old dies to bring in the new. Excellent write.

[Wondering Mind]

That's right! Life is to be lived, and it's good to be alive! Nicely written

[The Rock And Roll Cowbo..]

There is a song that says... "Life is not guaranteed, you only get so many heartbeats."

Your poem deeply describes that saying with such an uplifting vibe.

[luciddreamer]

Wise writing....I really enjoyed reading this one :)
Peace
Robin

[The Analog Kid]

This flows really well. A timeless, sad, theme. You managed to give it an uplifting feel.

[Coyote Poetry]

Very wise words in this poem.
"Enjoy a minute of basking in the sun
Run around, play tag, laugh, have childish fun"
Life is a odd journey. We can break like a tender tree branch and be strong like a mountain. Time is our greatest wealth. Best not to waste it. A outstanding poem. Thank you.
Coyote

[StacyPerry]

Very nice write

[emmajoy]

'Precious is each single day we live' - you had me from those words! Such steams of sweet feeling, a true philosophy of how life should be.