X* Poem by Ulysses Cabinatan

X
is the sign of
which means to multiply
7X7 equals 49
so goes a simple math

there is beauty in numbers
there may be beauty in mathematics
in graphs, equations, formulas, exponents and extrapolations
but there is more beauty in kind words
formed into sentences
into paragraphs
and express into writings

but more beautiful
is when loving acts are executed
and loving words are said and express with sincerity

Excellence is not only in winning a competition
or exposing the weaknesses of others
but on leading a life of exemplary virtues

multiply your kindness
your being xenial
extinguish the burning fire of hatred
and extol and exalt positive emotions
extricate the sad expression in one’s face

experience and be excited with life
fill your days with zest and enthusiasm
as we will not live with this physical body for infinity
and a time will come that it will expire
we're just like a conscious-being, exiled from paradise
expect less and hope for the best for others

be an example
don’t explode your anger immediately
but you can express it in other ways
than living in a life of remorse and regret
when you exhibit your anger in a wrong way

exercise on your values
stop exchanging hurtful words
to other persons
instead, extend help to those who need it
express your love and your gratitude
examine your life or your problems
and keep on mind excessive worrying won’t do any good thing

expand your horizon
making excuses on why you’re keeping your anger and resentment
will hinder you from being truly happy
remember that real joy won’t exist where there is hatred
as what the scripture says,
that you have to forgive others
and maybe also to forgive yourself
70 x 7 times.