stairways of desire, Ferrari-led dreams,
maps traversed by wheels and wings
each step a pulse of motion,
each passage a door unlatched.
And yet— in the backyard of sunlight,
smiles bloom like budding stars,
reminding me:
every step was an achievement,
every choice a completed orbit.
No regrets,
only the quiet refusal to retrace the path already sung.


Excellent take, Reena. ‘ No regrets,
only the quiet refusal to retrace the path already sung.’
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Thank you so much!
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If one can pause and enjoy success life would be wonderful. But most are like the hamster on a wheel.
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Because they are out to prove something to others.
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So true. Proving something to others becomes more important than inner peace.
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Beautifully written, Reena. Yes, to moving forward and enjoying it along the way.
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Cheers!
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🥂
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Beautifully written Reena. Thanks for joining in with this inspiring poem.
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Thanks, Sadje!
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You’re most welcome 🤗
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so lovely Reena! A beautiful heartfelt poem! 💜💜
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Thank you so much!
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Great Reena – it balances the hunger of the past with the peace of the present. It honours the hustle, while closing the door on nostalgia🙌
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Thanks for the interpretation!
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❤️
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Smiles move us into family and friendship, beautiful poem.
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Thank you, Diana! I had chosen the other image, but couldn’t resist the lovely smiles.
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Yes, to moving forward
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👍🙌❤️❤️
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life is all about moving forward, chasing those dreams, and making sure you find the time to enjoy your successes.
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You hit a raw spot. We get so busy firefighting that we forget enjoying a break or success.
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Yep, the wheel keeps on turning. And we feel the need to keep moving. It’s a vicious cycle
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Very nice.
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Thank you!
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