Amidst the bustling city lights,
I open my eyes and let you go.
Memories of what never was,
Fade away, like the evening glow.
...
Whispers echo in the vast expanse,
I gaze above, feeling the cosmic dance.
Stars tell tales of our past delight,
Shining brightly, piercing the night.
...
In the dimly lit corners of a hushed room,
Silhouettes intertwine, eschewing gloom,
Words unnecessary, as emotions loom,
Captivated by a mysterious perfume,
...
In twilight's embrace, where shadows play,
If not for her light, guiding the stray,
You'd walk unspoken, losing your way.
But there's a rhythm, unseen in the day,
...
In the alleys where secrets intertwine,
If she were not a beacon, so divine,
You'd hold back, let no tale combine.
Yet, a hidden dance, in moonlight you dine,
...
That craft you glimpse, my dear observers,
Boasts of once dancing with the wind's whims.
No vessel, whether by row or rudder,
Could match its dash or the tales it hymns.
...
Celebrate, O stars and sunbeams,
and all that glows in the brilliant sky:
my girl's phoenix has risen—
the phoenix, the luminary of my girl,
...
They drift in plain sight,
Faces pale beneath streetlights,
Hands empty, yet reaching
For a life they left behind.
...
The dead walk among us, unnoticed,
In the quiet hum of morning streets,
Their voices swallowed by the clatter
Of shoes on pavement, of coffee cups, of chatter.
...
I tried to run,
Through streets that whispered my name,
Through nights that swallowed my tears,
Through mornings that mocked my hope.
...
We gild our days with restless gold,
Chasing coins that slip through time,
Faces polished, young or old,
Mirrors whispering their rhyme.
...
Not a crown,
not a verdict,
not a measure carved into bone—
but a day that asks the world
...
There are men who live like footnotes—
not because their lives are small,
but because attention is selective
in the way it writes history.
...
There are men who are not missing—
but slowly uncounted.
They stand in doorways the city learned to ignore,
...
There are hours men learn to disappear inside—
not with drama,
but with routine.
...
There are men who learn the world
like a language with missing vowels—
enough to function,
not enough to be understood.
...
He learns the shape of strength too young—
how to stand like stone while storms pass through him,
how to keep the cracks inside unnamed,
how to call it "fine"
...
They taught him early—
hands steady, voice level,
tears are a language
no one will translate for you.
...
There are men the world passes twice—
once in sight,
once in forgetting.
...
There are lives that do not announce themselves,
only continue—
like footsteps in hallways
no one remembers walking through.
...
Oscar Auliq-Ice (born April 14,1992) is a Ugandan-born entrepreneur, investor, and financier and the founder of Auliq, a technology company engaged in the design, development, marketing, and support of enterprise software, business systems, and related platforms. He is also an author and a writer whose work spans multiple genres and forms, in both fiction and nonfiction.)
Shadows Of Tomorrow
Amidst the bustling city lights,
I open my eyes and let you go.
Memories of what never was,
Fade away, like the evening glow.
The echoes of your laughter are gone,
A distant frown, mars your face.
We part ways, strangers in the crowd,
Heading to our separate space.
I've let go of what we never had,
The emptiness, your absence brings.
You closed your eyes, oblivious,
To the solitude, your absence brings.
I'll leave your shadow in the past,
No trace of you in my domain.
I'll move forward, with open arms,
In a future, where we never meet again.
For life is but a fleeting gift, A precious and unique refrain.
Nothing is beyond the realm of possibility.
No one builds a legacy by standing still.
Pain can teach us to be strong, To rise above and carry on.
For pain can teach us how to heal, To find strength that we never thought was real.
For when we are healthy, we can achieve anything we dream, and truly believe.
By investing in health, individuals, communities, and nations can thrive and prosper.
Health is a fundamental aspect of human life and is essential for a fulfilling and prosperous existence.
Good health is crucial for the growth and development of individuals, communities, and nations, and it affects all aspects of life.
Mental health problems such as depression, anxiety, and addiction can negatively impact an individual's quality of life and lead to physical health problems.
Health is essential for personal growth and development, as well as the growth and development of communities and nations.
Healthier individuals also tend to have better quality of life, higher productivity, and are more likely to contribute to society in positive ways.
Health is a vital component of human life and has physical, mental, and social dimensions. Good health allows individuals to live life to the fullest, contribute to society, and achieve personal goals.
Adopting healthy habits and seeking medical help when necessary are crucial in maintaining good health.
Good health is essential for overall well-being.
Health is one of the most important aspects of our lives.
Maintaining good health is crucial for a happy and fulfilling life.
Good health also improves our mental health, making us feel more positive and optimistic about life. It also allows us to pursue our goals and ambitions and enjoy life to the fullest.
A balanced and nutritious diet, regular exercise, and good sleep habits are essential for maintaining good health.
Mental health is also an essential aspect of overall health.
Mental health problems such as depression and anxiety can significantly impact our quality of life.
Preventive care is also essential for maintaining good health.
By Taking Care of Yourself, You're Taking Care Of Someone Else
Women play an integral role in human society, and their contributions are essential to the development and growth of societies worldwide.
As a global community, we must continue to promote gender equality and create an environment where women can thrive and contribute positively to society.
There's more to life than just the thrill, For every joy, there's a sorrow still, And every dream, a fear to face, And every victory, a new race.
Facing our true selves is the first step toward living a life of purpose, connection, and genuine joy.
Voting is a fundamental right and an important duty in our society.
When, the voter participation is too low. This has negative effects on political discourse as well as economic and social outcomes.
While legal changes in the way we vote are the best way to increase turnout, there are a number of steps that can be taken to encourage targeted voters and our personal acquaintances to cast a ballot.
Apolitical people are often unaware of the procedural aspects of voting.
The government touches everyone's lives in more ways than one, and everyone has an opinion about how the government should handle various issues—even if they don't realize it.
A lot of nonvoters have a very hazy understanding of what the government does and what levels of government carry out which functions. But almost everyone cares about what happens in their own communities.
Fear is an excellent motivator, and voting is no exception.
If you can't get your targets to vote for a positive vision of the future, convince them to vote against a vision of impending doom.
One of the best ways to get an individual voter out to the polls is through a personal appeal. In this sense, a personal appeal means an appeal to a specific person and not people in general.
A subtle but effective way of encouraging an irregular voter is by slightly altering your vocabulary when you ask questions. For reasons that are unclear, people's internal identity is only loosely connected to their actions—until they're reminded of the discrepancy between the two. Use that to your advantage by emphasizing the identity of being a voter rather than the act of voting.
Create a sense of obligation. When you want to persuade someone to do something, one of the best ways you can accomplish this task is to make that person feel obligated to you.
Before you ask the person to vote, do something nice and unexpected that will make that person feel the need to reciprocate the favor.
A great way to persuade people is by making them feel like they're missing out, because people are much more likely to participate in something if they feel like they're the only ones not doing it.
People are much more likely to be interested in things they can't have, so you may be able to persuade people to vote by questioning whether that right will always exist.
Many people take for granted that they always have and always will have the right to vote, but shedding doubt on that may be enough to make people realize that they shouldn't squander their votes.
Be a likeable and relatable voice of reason.
Even if you're total strangers, you can establish a connection by: Complimenting the person, Finding some things you have in common, Being nice and showing an interest in things they care about.
One of the most effective ways there is of getting people to vote is by simply asking them to.
One of the biggest reasons that people don't vote is because they don't see the point, so I can explain that the only way they can be heard is by casting a vote.
A vote isn't just a piece of paper: it's a person's way of weighing in on who should be running the country, so not voting is the same as throwing away their say in the matter.
Voting shapes the future.
The person's vote does make a difference.
A major argument against voting is that it makes no difference, and if that's the case, let me explain that the person's vote does make a difference.