Poem: Endurance

Bend like the willow
but do not break
no matter how the wind rages
it cannot destroy you.


Plant your roots down deep
let your resolve nourish you
Look up to the sun
let it guide your purpose.


In every life, rain must fall
to make the roses bloom
even with its thorns
silken petals bring joy.


Soft and sweet melodies
listen to the silence
that linger between the notes
they prolong the harmony.


Do not mistake calm for passivity
flexibility for indecision
Other pursue the ephemeral
but you will outlast and endure.