The Understanding Of Importance Poem by Shannon Wade

The understanding of importance
Often times we tend to waist our energy on things that are meaningless
Sure, they entertain us for the moment
But it can be detrimental to our souls
Our spirits should overflow with positivity
Yet I see evidence of hatred
Hearts that breed on others contempt
Mouths that fume with complaints
Ruthless thoughts
Motives
Schemes
Pure vanity
It’s such a waste
To watch your life slip by
If only we could reverse what has become the “norm”
Undo what’s labeled “natural”
Erase that excuse “I’m only human”
I hang my head down sadly at the thought of this
Knowing that this is simply
The way of the world
By Shannon Hogan
Inspiration: I have spent a lot of time reflecting on everyday conversations with others around. A pattern of complaints and dissatisfaction seems to be normal conversation for most. But who wants to listen to the same CD play over and over? When will they simply analyze there selection and put another CD in the deck called life?
Written: 3/12/10