Follow That Star
A Poem on Purpose
Life has multiple challenges and obstacles, and we sometimes wonder if they have any meaning. What are they supposed to fulfil or teach us?
When they come together at once, we question their purpose.
We will always dislike them, but they have a function – to make us the solid people we are. And they do guide us along the paths that we are supposed to follow in life. Like them or not, they form part of our purpose.
And following that purpose takes the commitment, resilience adaptability - and some gumption.
But we've got this. Enjoy these free verses.
Star
Lone in glory
Light that guides
On unknown path
Trail
The light
Pledge time
Aim
For path's end
Track
Worn path
With grit
Flex the
mind
And come
To end.
About the Creator
Michelle Liew Tsui-Lin
Hi, i am an English Language teacher cum freelance writer with a taste for pets, prose and poetry. When I'm not writing my heart out, I'm playing with my three dogs, Zorra, Cloudy and Snowball.
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Comments (5)
"Flex the mind" - this is perfect!
Great description of living - keep on keeping on - minimalistic poem with deep insights!! ❣️❤️
"With grit Flex the mind"...spot on! I agree it takes grit to grow and to be an honest writer/person.
The contemplation of the meaning behind these obstacles resonates deeply, the imagery of a lone star guiding us on an unknown path creates a sense of hope and direction, your poem encourages us to embrace the challenges and trust in our ability to overcome them, we‘re deeply moved by the poem, loved it, and hope to read more of your work, thank you very much for sharing this spiritual journey that touched our hearts Michelle, subscribed.
This was so true and profound. Loved your poem!