Pacing

Society creates an expectation of pace.
High productivity,
Or the impression of such.
A dichotomy,
Those over employed,
Those underemployed.
Perhaps we need a re think
A thoughtful rather than progressive society,
Less enamored with growth and consumption.
How to be in pace,
Pacing ourselves,
Living mindfully,
Measured,
And at ease.
So no matter what life endows,
Fortune or no,
Leave space for calamity, misadventure, ugliness,
Joy, love, beauty and freedom.

Vive

To me, those that appear happiest,
Realise their blessings.
Despite any privations they suffer.
Any discomfort, pain, failed aspirations or misfortunes,
They smile.
While suffering the most terrible hardships,
They battle on almost oblivious to their difficulties.
And without any hesitation,
Offer a helping hand to any man or beast,
With equanimity
To see the world through these rainbow lenses,
Is like living in a constant state of grace.
Vive!