THE GOAL

Is there a goal,,(maybe gold) in your life? Are you a drifter through this journey on earth? Are you a person without a shadow which is desperately trying to catch up with you? Then you don’t have to be! Let there be a purpose,,a goal,, and then your miserable life will be dramatically changed into something rich and meaningful. There will be a metamorphosis . From a larva, you will become a beautiful butterfly gracefully fluttering its wings, moving around and enjoying life! You will not be someone struggling to keep afloat in the vast ocean of nothing ,with no land in sight,,you will not be a drowning man clutching at a straw! As it was mentioned earlier ,there will be a guiding light at the end of your long and dark tunnel,,,there will be a sunrise after your restless night which was filled with nightmares. Some people use a list to define their goals…others just make wishes. Whatever it is, we have a target. These goals are realized by some by going to church (which some use as a gossip center or a fashion show) ..some use extreme measures by becoming suicide bombers with the promise of going to heaven..some become great parents by providing for their homes, and properly guiding their children. Even children have their goals by pursuing a career of their choice . and excelling at it! After a long hard day of fulfilling our objectives, we can now safely anticipate a good night’s rest..be it peaceful or peacefully permanent..it doesn’t matter! In our hearts, we did our best for our loved ones and others .Actually , upon deeply reflecting on everything, Love was the key to our actions. It is said that the level of intelligence has no impact on your love for someone! That is infinitesimal . Whatever you feel for someone comes from the heart which has no connection to intelligence! The heart has no education…it never went to school… but it perceives everything! ! So pick up your goal today, before it’s all gone!

THE FEAR FACTOR

Beneath the seemingly calm ( almost asleep) surface of the vast ocean lies a terrifying terrain lined with the graves of the lost…the sea has claimed and will protect its possessions! Within the garden filled with beautiful roses in all their glory and beauty where someone will be tempted to pluck a single one, there is a thorn anxiously awaiting for that move! Where there is a long winding road with no traffic in sight, one may just be moved to walk in the middle unaware of that speeding vehicle coming around the bend! In every person, no matter how happy or carefree he seems, there lies deep down , almost suppressed, the fear factor. Once in a while, this fear will rear its hideous image, ..at other times , it will wear the cloak of darkness, and patiently awaits its opportunity when it can rule the day…overcome the person’s emotional barrier and be in control. When that happens, it’s your doomsday! You may be happy now , but you still worry about its shelf life. Will she stay with me for always, or am i living in dreams? Will i still be able to write after a while, or will my brain have a meltdown, and i will dissipate like Frosty on a hot summer’s day? Will i be around for my granddaughter’s next birthday? All these are your fears resurfacing! As i mentioned , the fear factor is always lurking around the corner! For some people, they worry because Mr. Old Age is creeping gradually towards them …they are fearful of the unknown! But why should you spend your time living with the fear factor? Everything has an expiration date (except Time, i guess) . It’s only Life and Death!

BEFORE AND AFTER

Before you can really enjoy riches, you must experience poverty….being born in a rich family does not qualify you for that appreciation! Having all that possession or assets will not automatically put you in the driver’s seat. I guess that is why drivers are hired to take you around! In the old days, the doctors will tell you to eat or drink certain foods or liquids,,,and you willingly or blindly do it. There is no thought behind your reasoning…..just follow the doctor’s orders , and then you will be fine. You don.t even know what ails you, but you still willingly obey…like your wish is my command! Now is a different era…it is the time of the ” whys ” and the wise. The doctors are telling you to wear a heart monitor….you should ask the question..WHY. Always try to be informed about your condition ..if in doubt, seek a second opinion from another doctor..be fully aware about your condition,,both physically , mentally, emotionally and all the rest which concerns you! I guess you always hear about the beauty of the rainbow,,,but wasn’t there rain before? You hear about a couple being madly in love,,,,soon after, divorce is hovering over them! Before the marriage, there is so much courting going on,,,,roses,,chocolates,, gifts,,kisses and all the frills ,,,,like window shopping before xmas. After the wedding ,couples forget one of the basics of a successful marriage ( i am by no means a marriage counselor ) and that is to always be attractive to your partner..never forger the courting days..let every day be like that…and never forget to say those three little mighty words! Before, your mind was clouded, but now the enlightening rays of sunshine are coming through! !

THE ROSE

Roses are considered to be one of the most beautiful flowers, especially with that romantic fragrance. It is no surprise then that millions of people send these to their loved or their special ones who obviously will be really overjoyed at receiving them. This is a flower for every occasion,,,be it birthday, valentine’s day, xmas day or any day.. ..there is a rose! People don’t have to think twice when choosing a gift. Do you ever consider your body as being your rose? It is extremely important to you…it is your vehicle that propels you to do wonders….it makes you complete your journey in life! Imagine losing a limb, or an eye or another part of your body, it is your rose losing a petal! Your body may also be considered as your temple ….the home of your devotion…your blessing….please do not abuse it…like consuming too much alcohol…committing suicide…willfully physically hurting others or doing anything to hurt it….that will also be similar to destroying some of the rose petals. The plants also need to be nurtured with goodness to be flourishing with vitality..and beauty..and aroma. Don’t forget that! Above all, let there be love..the most essential ingredient! The inner core where the rose resides is in your heart. Never let it be brokenhearted because a broken heart is a withered rose that has lost its hypnotic fragrance!