Surrender to the wonder of everlasting beauty
that is out there to see
as a way to develop
a sense of rational clarity,
and even if no power on Earth
can change the past,
try to search for the magic
that life itself could cast,
and remember how this very moment
is definitely not the last,
and by honoring today
as a precious present to hold,
dare to create
the greatest story ever told,
especially since learning from history
can assuage the fear of the unknown,
and by reflecting on how much
one has truly grown,
attempt to understand
how the future remains a mystery,
but it could still become
a golden opportunity
to live with authenticity
while accepting the human identity,
and ultimately earn
an attitude filled with gratitude,
with no need for isolation,
especially since becoming grateful
would sometimes require
delayed gratification
before finally being able
to aspire and inspire
Published by alexthepoetforourfuturereads
Alex Andy Phuong earned his Bachelor of Arts in English from California State University—Los Angeles in 2015. He was a former Statement Magazine editor who currently writes about literature, film, and culture. He also earned an Associate of Arts in English from Pasadena City College in 2013, and tutored there. He has written hundreds of film reviews for MovieBoozer, and has contributed articles to Mindfray. His writing has appeared in The Bookends Review and The Society of Classical Poets. Emma Stone inspired Alex to submit writing actively to publications after hearing the Oscar-nominated song, “Audition (The Fools Who Dream)” from the “Best Picture” nominee La La Land (2016). His poetry collection is An Altruistic (Cyberwit.net, 2020). Currently residing in Alhambra, California, he now writes with the sincerest hope to inspire readers while fully supporting the ones who dare to pursue their dreams. The link to his blog is http://alexandyphuongengl492playlist.blogspot.com/
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