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Ode to the Unsung Heroes: Celebrating the Beauty in the Everyday

Embracing the Magic of Mundane Objects Through Lyrical Praise

By EmilyPublished 2 years ago 1 min read
Ode to the Unsung Heroes: Celebrating the Beauty in the Everyday
Photo by Tim Mossholder on Unsplash

Amidst the rush of life's routine,

In the mundane, unseen, and serene,

I find my muse, my heart's delight,

In everyday objects, shining bright.

Oh, humble pen, a mighty wand,

Ink's artistry, at your command,

With every stroke, you bring to life,

Thoughts and dreams, free from strife.

A toaster old, a faithful friend,

Each morning's warmth, you do extend,

With golden hues on bread so plain,

You paint the start of day's refrain.

The warped key, you hold the key,

To secrets whispered, known to me,

Unlocking doors, revealing spaces,

Where comfort lies in familiar places.

In kitchen's heart, the apron stands,

A guardian of culinary lands,

In stains and splatters, tales are told,

Of meals created, love unfold.

A book, a portal to escape,

Where imagination finds its shape,

Within your pages, worlds unfold,

And treasures found, worth more than gold.

Through tireless wheels, the clock will spin,

Marking moments, deep within,

Reminding me to seize the day,

For time is swift, it will not stay.

The humble broom, with gentle sweep,

Clears the dust, the memories keep,

In quiet corners, you'll abide,

Ensuring messes don't reside.

From teacups small to paper clips,

Each part plays its part and grips,

My heart with gratitude profound,

For in simplicity, beauty's found.

So here's to all the unsung heroes,

In life's mosaic, each one grows,

Their value in the little things,

In daily life, their beauty sings.

In verses sung, their praise resounds,

In shifting views, their depth abounds,

In ordinary, magic thrives,

In celebrating life, it thrives.

inspirational

About the Creator

Emily

Hello, I am new to writing for fun, but I am having a great time pushing myself to do the challenges to improve my creative writing with each story I write.

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