Not the sovereign of my will.

When I was young I was told that my will was free and

that I could be and do anything as long as I put my mind to it.

Now that I am older and can look back down that long 

road of experience and draw from the memories thereon

I perceive that my will was not free, but subject to my whims and desires

My eyes never satisfied with what they saw, but seeking more

nor my ears with what they heard or my tongue with tastes.

Woman could satisfy a need in me, but only for a while

then off I'd fly to seek more of that nectar called love.

Cupids shot had often caught me unawares 

and not left love in idleness within me.

If I knew then as I now know and comprehend

would I ever change it all? That I doubt so very much

as I am but a subject and not the sovereign of my will.

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[Alisa Js]

Aloha,

This is an interesting one and appears to make the argument for the proper education and training for the youth in a positive direction, so as to have the greatest benefit for themselves, family and society as productive adults.

Far too many are left to their own devices and as young minds, can't be expected to really grasp the principles of discipline and sacrifice at an early age, planning and preparing for the future.

Many times, sadly that fact is realized after reaching adulthood and many wasted decades.

Thank you for sharing this thought provoking piece.

Alisa