The Path I Built

 

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The Path I Built…

In my search for light

that will illuminate my life,

also give me peace and quiet,

with a purpose that overrides strife,

I dreamt of a garden path

flowing over a stream of views

I have channeled lifelong,

out of many an uphill walk

at varied jobs,

in quest for the meaning

of my birth.

Little did I envision then,

the path I dreamt of

was the most arduous yet,

as it was guarded

by zealous gardeners

who only grew flowers

they could sell well,

whereas I nurtured my garden

with all good intent

to nourish and keep people

inherently well.

After many a crushing defeat

to walk the beaten commercial path,

when I was almost ready to give up,

I decided to build my very own path

which would take people

over a stream of thoughts and words

to a well manicured garden

where they could rest

their wearied minds,

recoup their inherent strength

to face the dilemmas of life.

PS: I just clicked these photos over my morning walk and I scribbled these lines sitting by the lake here with the chilly wind blowing on my face…Sharing it right away as I love spontaneity…Will edit it later at home to add to my collection.