Never Is A Terrible Word

Never is a terrible word

Let me explain why

If you say "I will never make it in this job or field"

You will only give yourself the excuse not to try.

If you say "I will never find another (partner, pet, friend)

So wonderful and so sweet"

You will deprive yourself of the possibility

Of so many lovely beings and pets to meet.

If you say, "I will never find satisfaction"

You will never be able to learn to meditate or adapt

You will never be able to reach the point

Where you experience abundance instead of lack.

If you say "I will never be able to catch up

I am too far behind"

You will create a half-hearted spirit

And pursue your goals with only half a mind.

And finally,  if you say, "I will never be able to halt the downward spiral"

When your life is thrown into disarray

You will find it hard to find the courage and will

To say "There is hope and I will find a way".

Yes, dear reader, "never" is a terrible word

It is a word you should never use

To protect your passion, your spirit, your hopes for the future, and your love for life

"Never" is a word I suggest you lose.

The River of Life

You can go through the river of life

In a battleship

In a battleship,

Yes, of course!

Will it make you feel secure?  

Maybe yes, maybe not

Gives one food for thought.

You can go through the river of life

In a cruise ship

Yes, a cruise ship is fun, they say

Will it help you achieve meaning and satisfaction?

Hmm, I wonder - is the answer an Aye or a Nay?

Something to pause and think about today.

You can go through the river of life

In a pirate ship

Yes, a pirate ship is a choice you can make

Can any good come out of  robbing and creating havoc?

You know the answer -  for goodness sake.

You can go through the river of life

On a raft with a bottle, 

Yes, a bottle of whisky or rye

Is the sacrifice of friends, family, and meaningful work worth it?

I hope you discover the answer before it is too late.

You can go through the river of life

On a yacht

Yes, a yacht will show you've made it

Is it possible to fill the void and emptiness that way?

Hmmm……I wonder if a yacht is over-rated.

And you can go through the river of life

On a simple boat 

Yes, just a simple boat

Built with love, attention, purpose, and care

And a few meaningful people in it.

It is possible to feel fulfilled that way?

Absolutely.

It is what my experience declares.