The Third

My son...

Love what you do, but prefer what you love.

Make compromises, but know when to say “enough is enough”.

 

Be married to the truth, but be acquainted with subterfuge;

Because life is everything;

Believe me, even lies have their use.

 

No one is superhuman, so don't put on the outfit;

But everyone needs a hero;

Someone just like them, but with a little more wits,

Be that guy or don’t.

Know your limits; but never limit your knowledge.

 

Find inner peace within you; wherever it may be.

For the calm and peace in you, is what reflects for others to see.

So be the light; and hold a torch just in case.

 

Be your brother’s keeper, but let him hold the keys;

For we're duty bound to no one,

And whatever will be, will be.

 

I won't force you to believe in God or in anything at all.

But rest assured he exists;

And even if I’m wrong, believing alone is something.

And to some...it's everything.

So take caution on how you speak;

Don’t be blinded-shut by your principles;

Don’t trample on the weak.

 

If possible, keep your opinions on faith, on God, to yourself.

Talk little of it;

I’m sure what is not known now, would be soon enough.

 

Sleep calls on your father, son.

My friendship with strength has withered for long.

But take care, be strong...

...From your dear father, so long.

Author's Note

The third letter. Any thoughts?

Reviews

[Alice Poésy]

Another wonderful letter brimming with words of wisdom. Normally I like to come up with something along the lines of "witty" or cryptic, but I honestly cannot beat these letters, so I'm going to stick to pointing out my favourite parts, which in this case are:

"Make compromises, but know when to say “enough is enough”." which is such a great reminder for people who push themselves so hard until they bleed.

"Believe me, even lies have their use." Normally, I have always heard people advocate the truth, but I have found that sometimes, a lie does more good than the truth.

Stunning job, Mifa! Will be moving onto 'The Regret' pretty soon :)

[Mifa]

I just can tell you how much I appreciate you for taking out time to read this. I am glad you like the letters and always find something to take from everyone. Thanks once again for reading and reviewing Alice.