An Inspiration poetry.

Riches I hold in light esteem,
And Love I laugh to scorn;
And lust of fame was but a dream,
That vanished with the morn:

And if I pray, the only prayer
That moves my lips for meIs,
“Leave the heart that now
I bear,And give me liberty!”

Yes, as my swift days near their goal:
‘Tis all that I implore;
In life and death a chainless soul,
With courage to endure.

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Can’t quite describe the feelings that rush through me every time I come across this poem. The first time I chanced upon it was when I went rummaging my mom’s poem collection to find a suitable piece for the recitation competition in school. And I did! I remember I had instantly fallen in love with its idea of freedom and liberty, and pictured myself as a free bird taking to the air.

I think thats the beauty of art and literature - the interpretation lies in the perspective of observer. (Can’t get simpler than that). Some pieces of literature tend to have that impact on us, leaving an impression, permanent or momentary. Guess this is one such for me - permanent AND momentary.

That just gave me an idea. How about compiling the names of all the inspirational books I’ve come across….? I mean, start with books and then move on to poetry, movies, music… Hmmm…should be fun going back to all those authors and ideas that filled many of us with enthusiasm. Thoughts and themes that held insights, influenced…or simply inspired.

Will do that soon.