"I Look Into the Eyes of Life"

I look into the eyes of life
deep, dark nebulous--often unwilling
to reveal her true self until I nudge a little.

I look into the eyes of life to understand the
true meaning of yesterday and to know that tomorrow
will be even brighter than today.

The eyes of life are sometimes warm and gentle.
Because her eyes are old and wise I learn sustaining
lessons: strength, understanding, determination,
humility, love and most of all to despise hatred and war.

I look into the eyes of life to see hope pictured there
and to understand who I am and why I'm here.




© 1997 - Gloria Jean



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