The Journey of Life

This beautiful sunset was shot in God's own country...Kerala (2006)

Ever marveled nature’s pristine glory,

…and felt blessed?

Ever thanked the rising Sun,

…for its eternal quest?

Ever smelt the piquant hearth,

…and felt connected with mother Earth?

Ever observed a squirrels restlessness,

…or a cats inquisitiveness?

No?

You better slow down, don’t run so fast.

Life is precious, its joys won’t last.

Ever said a silent prayer for the forsaken ones,

…and felt your soul go light at once?

Ever observed kids make magic with mundane,

…and wondered why the grown-up world is so insane?

You better slow down, don’t run so fast.

Life is precious, its joys won’t last.

Ever been hearty in your approbation,

…and genuine in your consolation?

Ever touched an elders feet,

…and felt your spirits go upbeat?

Ever lent a helping hand,

…and stopped to see that smile so grand?

You better slow down, don’t run so fast.

Life is precious, its joys won’t last.

Ever given a friend the joy of surprise,

…and witnessed his sadness vaporize?

Ever lost touch with someone you adore,

…’cos you never had time to visit his door?

You better slow down, don’t run so fast.

Life is precious, its joys won’t last.

When you run this fast to reach somewhere,

…you kill half the pleasure of getting there.

Life is not a race, do take it slower,

…enjoy every moment of it, before the journey is over.

* The idea has been adapted from something I read ages ago on a scrap of paper.