Clarity

it was as if the sky had cleared
by a water fall of shooting stars
across the stratosphere
a hot, thundering roar passed by.
what’s left is reverberating, spacious, and cool.
like an ironclad hammered
in smouldering ember,
cooled in deep blue ocean,
my head was clear like deep space,
full of wonders, possibilities, and unknowns
my heart willingly churning
for more adventures.
suddenly, all my fears became jokes
for hearty laughters.
what gives?
will this last?
I am just grateful to have a glimpse
through this window of clarity.
let’s see what we have for tomorrow.

11.28.2022

Sing

we all need a ritual.
a morning tea as the day slowly brightens;
a steamy bath after a long strenuous day;
but once in awhile, sing.
sing a hearty battle song as if it’s the last one;
sing the love of your life as if it’s your first.
a lengthy preparation for the leap of faith
and quick decision to seize the moment
equally matters.
so, when you can,
sing sometimes.

11.27.2022

Music

I hope you can hear this music in the air.
no effort needed, just a relaxed heart.
we will have our fair share of battles, oh yes.
before the storm comes, live a little.

go fetch your childhood dream,
soft spots you’ve been guarding,
soak deep into emtions: sadness, happiness.

then when the storm arrives,
all of your fears will have passed
all that remains of you shall be free at last.

11.26.2022

Thanking

had it not for the people who helped me,
I would have been still in the same place.
yet, I moved on. Thanks to all of the help.
their thoughts, encouragement, or advice,
propelled me forward, giving me more
reasons, encouragements, and inspirations.
I hope to live up to their standard
to help those who are following
to overcome their hurdles
and achieve what they can achieve.

11.24.2022

Material

perhaps before you contemplate
the meaning of all living beings,
you might want to buy yourself a good meal.
a $10 meal will reveal to you much more
than 10 hours of futile pensive debate
sometimes, it’s the little things that matters
sometimes, you need to stop, eat, and sleep
to realize how beautiful the world is.
see you tomorrow.

11.23.2022

Essence

beyond the noise,
instinctively we know
what we want.
noise of politics,
other’s sentimentality,
all important, but,
do we exist for others
or do others exist for us?
what is the justice
if it is to serve none
but one person?
what is more important?
truth or love?
questions ensues,
but deep down
the answer blankly stares at us.
do not look turn your gaze away from it.

11.21.2022

Drumbeat

do not ignore the sound of your heartbeat.
listening others is important too, yes,
but take time to silence the noise
and hone in on listening to your heart

do you hear it?
the orchestral music of your life
the colorful, rhythmic bounce
serendipitous, harmonious tunes

seize it. take it all in, and live it.
you deserve to hear this melody.
it will guide you the way to home
home that will always be within you.

11.20.2022