“We must always change, renew, rejuvenate ourselves; otherwise we harden.” ~Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Running on Empty
Wish that I could continue
But I am low on gas
The tank is running on fumes now
And I’m dragging my ass
I wish my body could keep up
With spirit and with mind
But I’m finding that it is lagging
Quite a ways behind
The physical aches and pains have
Depleted so much fuel
Not to mention ugliness
Of one too many fool
The cowardice, the disrespect
The selfishness and hate
The laziness, the impatience
Has been a heavy weight
I’ve laid the pedal to metal
‘Till vapor’s all that’s left
The tolerance and understanding
Has left me bereft
Of fuel I need to carry on
So it’s time to refill
On people who inspire with their
Courage, strength and will
Be wary of what you create
When you are out of juice
The fatigue will cause your mindset
To be somewhat obtuse
You’ll find yourself unable to
Go above and beyond
Rather than constantly complain
It is best to abscond
Until your fuel tank’s replenished
And engine revs once more
Allowing you to focus on
The things that you adore
Which will serve as a fueling station
For all of those who
Are running on empty so that
They can fill up too
~Miro
You are right in your words Miro , sometimes we do need to take time out and refresh, replenish and rejunenate
Aussie Ian
I love that Goethe quote – and believe it’s true.
I couldn’t agree with you more on this one!
Hugs, xx
I CAN SEE EXACTLY WHAT YOU MEAN BETWEEN THE WORDS MIRO ………
RECHARGE THE AWESOME BATTERY THAT IS YOU ——–
SURROUND YOURSELF WITH ALL THAT ENERGIZES THAT ENERGY THAT IS YOURS AND YES IT’S TRUE – WHEN WE CREATE FROM A LOW POINT – WE BRING OURSELVES DOWN WITH THAT PERSPECTIVE .
BECAUSE THOUGHTS BECOME ACTIONS –
ETC ETC …..
HERE IS A BEAUTIFUL SONG ABOUT – AT LEAST IN MY HEART ABOUT BALANCE – REST AND REFUELING ………
AND JUST ONE TINY INSIGHT ABOUT YOU –
CUZ YOU KNOW I TELL IT LIKE IT IS .
YOU LIFT SO MANY —- YOU HAVE NO IDEA
SOMETIMES IT’S GOOD TO TAKE SOME TIME FOR YOU
AND LET PEOPLE LIFT YOU ……..
PEACE AND GRACE
CAT
So true!! 😉
I have an award for you, Miro! Here’s the link: http://wp.me/p1PkGU-77
Thanks Cha!
DID SOMEONE UP THERE SAY AWARD ————– 🙂
PEACE AND GRACE TO YOU ALWAYS MIRO ……….
ALWAYS
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CAT
So very, very pleased that you ended this poem in this way:
“Until your fuel tank’s replenished
And engine revs once more
Allowing you to focus on
The things that you adore
Which will serve as a fueling station
For all of those who
Are running on empty so that
They can fill up too”
I had to replenish my own fuel tank last week. That is why I have been catching up with a week’s worth of reading and commenting on your blog here today! I was able to enjoy your posts so much more because I had refueld myself! Wonderful, important advice here!
I like this, sometimes shadows cast heavily upon our light and the presence to know that this is happening and seek out what refuels us is key to restoring joy!
–Ann
Very wise words, yet, again, Miro! Focus on the things we adore, which will serve as a fueling station for those around us~wonderful words!
Wishing you a wonderful Wednesday! xx
There are really times we needed some time off to regenerate…to refuel to go on further .. beautiful post …xxxconnie