Realizations

One day we will realize the need for kindness in life

In the midst of opinions judgements and expectations rife

Where hope will be exhausted and optimism goes cynical

There kindness will cut through the veneers of sheer clinical

 

One day we will realize tenets that should be truly treasured

Intangibles like integrity and morals cannot really be measured

Where honesties will be compromised and truth is at the alter

There your tenets will come in handy and not let you falter

 

One day we will realize the hurts and pains we exchanged

From holding grudges to forgiving friends these emotions ranged

Where understandings will diminish and care is not a concern

There these hurts and pains will teach you what lesson to learn

 

One day we will realize how far we have come in our journey

That family and friends might join you but God is your attorney

Where experiences make you bitter and familiarities can upset

There the road traversed will impact your credits and your debt

 

One day we will realize how essential it is to look after our self

Mind and body spirit and soul are not bought off the shelf

Where heartbreaks need repair and life is not always fair

There self-care will fuel sustenance and provide ability to bear

 

One day we will realize how futile our feuds and jealousies are

That day we will rephrase our mission statement and raise the bar

Where prejudgments are norm and intolerances become routine

There this consciousness will awaken and the real you will be seen