Face The Day

Face The Day                 by Sami Khalil

 

And yet, I dare to say, do face the day

The jumble of events, the slow, long hour

Starkly absent when courage fails its way

For some cogitate through, others cower.

 

Each day has gifts and glowing promises

Consider the chains binding one’s freedom

What can rant and railing do, mama says

Love and pain are bedfellows in thralldom.

 

Its safe to say, all have walked the lone road

Where fears treaded the thrill of the journey

Those who went before us carried their load

Pull yourself up by your bootstraps, amply.

 

It helps to have a quiet reflection

For life’s a mélange of muscles’ flexion.

Reviews

[Pete]

whatever comes our way must be dealt with. each day with its ups, downs and detours. how we face exhibiting character within and shaping. keeps us honest. after all, muscles need to be exercised ... :)

[Sami Khalil]

OMG! Another great take on this poem. Deep wisdom and introspection. Can't agree more. Thank you kindly sir Pete for sharing your thoughts and experiences. Your muse is still alive in your works.

[Chris Shaw]

Such a strong message here Sami. We all have our crosses to bear and those before us had them too, and had to endure them. The path of life never runs completely smooth. We need to be prepared for the potholes and deal with them as best we can. Wonderful sonnet. Great expression and metaphors. A poem of resilience, a grit your teeth and knuckle down.

Chris

[Sami Khalil]

Wowzy woooo! Amazing wisdom you shared with us. I love it. So true and well articulated. Million thank yous dear poet and friend for all.
Keep up the bright star shining

[Chris Shaw]

You are such a kind soul. Have a wonderful Sunday Sami.

[Sami Khalil]

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[Ken Simm.]

I can only say and emphatic yes to all these potent reflections structured in such a beautiful way.

[Sami Khalil]

Wow! Thank you so much dear poet and friend for this wonderful review. You are honoured.

[Lydia Shutter]

Yes, yes, yes....we must face whatever life throws at us and continue to continue. Pulling oneself up by bootstraps is an old fashioned concept and yet one that will never grow old. Even when the "mélange of muscles" is tense, we must persevere! A wonderful sonnet with a most intriguing piece of artwork! Lydi**

[Sami Khalil]

Wow! You are marvelous indeed. Your reviews are right on and wise. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and experiences plus noticing the art 🎨 work.

[Sami Khalil]

Those who went before us carried their load

Pull yourself up by your bootstraps, amply.

SK