DESIDERATA
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5/15/2009 1:15 amLast Read: |
(Desiderata is something desired as essential,the things u desire. Desiderata is Latin and means 'things that are yearned for', which in the context of the poem more closely means 'essential things'. ...) Go placidly amid the noise and the haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence. As far as possible without surrender be on good terms with all persons. Speak your truth quietly and clearly; and listen to others, even to the dull and the ignorant, they too have their story. Avoid loud and aggressive persons, they are vexations to the spirit. If you compare yourself to others, you may become vain and bitter; for always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself. Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans. Keep interested in your own career, however humble; it is a real possession in the changing fortunes of time. Exercise caution in your business affairs, for the the world is full of trickery. But let not this blind you to what virtue there is; many persons strive for high ideals, and everywhere life is full of heroism. Be yourself. Especially do not feign affection. Neither be cynical about love; for in the face of all aridity and disenchantment it is as perennial as the grass. Take kindly the counsel of the years, gracefully surrendering the things of youth. Nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune. But do not distress yourself with dark imaginings. Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness. Beyond a wholesome discipline, be gentle with yourself. You are a child of the universe, no less than the trees and the stars; you have a right to be here. And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should. Therefore, be at peace with God, whatever you conceive him to be, and whatever your labors and aspirations in the noisy confusion of life, keep peace in your soul. With all it's sham drudgery and broken dreams; it is still a beautiful world. Be cheerful. Strive to be happy. -- Max Ehrmann |
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 5/18/2009 9:34 am |
A WONDERFUL POST. KEEP BLOGGING,Tulip and enlighten us all!! kaykay
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5/18/2009 11:46 am |
A WONDERFUL POST. KEEP BLOGGING,Tulip and enlighten us all!! kaykay
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5/19/2009 2:05 am |
What a lovely post, Tulip ... you have the knack of hunting for the best! From wherever you have dug these words out, they are a treasure! Especially loved this one - Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans - so true, the pleasure in the journey is as much as in the destination!! Thanks again, and keep pouring ... shall keep the tulips fresh!
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5/19/2009 2:43 am |
What a lovely post, Tulip ... you have the knack of hunting for the best! From wherever you have dug these words out, they are a treasure! Especially loved this one - Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans - so true, the pleasure in the journey is as much as in the destination!! Thanks again, and keep pouring ... shall keep the tulips fresh! Sincerely this is one of the poems which is within me since my childhood. I had a poster of this in my room always. I m glad u feel this way about it. Thanxx.
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5/31/2009 1:25 am |
  
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6/22/2009 7:47 pm |
DESIDERATA- a meaningful word, so broad and so imminent, quite a good pick up, done well again Ms Tulip, be in Wellington or Andaman, you are sure to educate others, like you did me with this Latin word, quite new to me. Good luck.
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6/23/2009 2:28 am |
DESIDERATA- a meaningful word, so broad and so imminent, quite a good pick up, done well again Ms Tulip, be in Wellington or Andaman, you are sure to educate others, like you did me with this Latin word, quite new to me. Good luck. My Best Wishes too....always!!
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