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Race of Life(Life is a Race)
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Race of Life(Life is a Race) |
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Prasad Nataraj Senior Member
since 2008-05-29
Posts 1149Bangalore,India 
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Well this poem is not about nature however it is about nature of man towards life.Let me know if you too are affect by this Race attitude towards life. As a child was compared to my cousins, Not one but dozens, Not only during my primary education, This continued till my graduation. Elders see children like race horses, In this race there are no pauses, If you win they are proud, If you lose, you are out. As a child I ran for my father and mother, As a young boy ran for my lover, As a man I ran the race for my wife, Is that all it is, the race of life. Now I lie alone in my bed, Tears roll down my cheeks, eyes red. I’ve become too weak for the race, My joints pain, I am unable to keep up pace. Now I lie alone in my bed, Tears roll down my cheeks, eyes red. Wondering if this race was worth the run, I forgot to live life, which is suppose to be fun. Had enough leading my life like a slave, It is time for me to come out of the dark cave, Oh God, give me the courage to be brave, I want to live life before entering the grave. And if you too, are running the worldly race- it is time to pause, stop pointing out all the flaws, Free yourself from the worldly clause; if you don’t live this moment, it is a great loss.  "Hardwork pays in the long run" |
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Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
Yes,Prasad, I know what you are talking about, my joints ache too after running the race. I am retired now and for the first time in my life have time to do what I want to do. I just wish I had more energy to do it. You said it well. Ida |
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Robert E. Jordan Member Rara Avis
since 2008-01-25
Posts 8541Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
Yo Prasad, This is well written and fun. However, where did you ever come up with the idea that life is supposed to be fun? Bobby |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Prasad ~ So many of us who read this, will undoubtedly be able to identify with what you're saying ~ but most of us would not be able to say it as well as you have just done!!! Life is more fun when we live it as we choose to do so ~ and on our terms.  You've played the game by their rules ~ Now you can have fun and run with the ball to the finish line! lol Loving hug and an understanding smile, Linda  |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
Dear Prasad, this is a very well written and thought provoking poem. No doubt we race through life at rhythms that require some intervals, otherwise we miss the opportunity to go beyond the surface. I would like you to consider that there is joy in being there for others, it is what I call "love in action". So do not regret what you have offered during your life, your heart is a well of love .. inexhaustible ... Probably you have neglected those precious moments of doing just what you liked to do ... now go and paint all the love you have shared ... and enjoy yourself by doing so. Love, Margherita  |
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A Romantic Heart Member Ascendant
since 1999-09-03
Posts 5496Forever In Your Heart |
This poem was the best yet from your talented pen, deep thoughts, and good advice, everything just flowed like a peaceful river....perfect! |
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Prasad Nataraj Senior Member
since 2008-05-29
Posts 1149Bangalore,India |
Ida, unfortunately I have just been in the race only for 7 years. I have to go a long way to retire. My dad feels this way, he is retired now. Bobby, I see all my friends enjoying all the time. Whereas I am here working hard for my family, well they always say life is fun. At least that’s what I presume. Linda, surely when i retire, I want to definitely play the game by my rules. Thanks Linda, thanks for your understanding. Margherita, now I have set aside some time for myself. I do paint and write few lines every time I get a chance. Romantic Heart, thanks a ton for these kind words. No one around me thought I had talent though. At least with poems. I feel great to read these comments. You people are not only great poets but also have a big heart. These words are like water and sunlight for this tiny plant to grow. With great gratitude I say this. Prasad "Hardwork pays in the long run" |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
A wonderful carpe diem reminder, to be mindful to LIVE each moment of LIFE, to stop racing past each unique moment on the way to some other point in time! |
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Robert Frazier Senior Member
since 2003-02-06
Posts 1014 |
a lot of wisdom in your words...and heart! Robert |
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K-K Member
since 2008-03-13
Posts 153Indiana |
What a magnificent piece. I too believe we live life too fast, too quick to judge others, and not reflect on our own. I wish the world would slow down. In fact, I wish I were around back in the old days when family and friends really meant something. Thanks for sharing, Great job!!! |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Prasad ~ When I read what you wrote in your reply to your readers ~ "You people are not only great poets but also have a big heart. These words are like water and sunlight for this tiny plant to grow. With great gratitude I say this. Prasad" ~ I thought to myself, those are the words of truly a great poet ~ and man. God bless your kind, appreciative, talented "  "With love, Linda |
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TinaTrivett Senior Member
since 2006-07-15
Posts 569 |
Prasad, this is an important message. I hope you get your turn to live my friend. |
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Artic Wind Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 8080Realm of Supernatural |
We haven't met! WELCOME TO PIP!  ARCTIC WIND |
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LindsayP Member Elite
since 2007-07-28
Posts 3410Australia, Victoria |
Prassard, I too enjoyed your great post, written by a true poet with a lot of thought. Keep them coming. well done. Lindsay |
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LindsayP Member Elite
since 2007-07-28
Posts 3410Australia, Victoria |
Prasad, sorry I spelt your name wrong, my apology. Lindsay |
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Prasad Nataraj Senior Member
since 2008-05-29
Posts 1149Bangalore,India |
Hi Midnitesun, that what many of us do, thinking too much about the future or the past, we just forget live life in the present. Thanks for your wonderful comments. Hi Robert, Thanks for your comments. I am glad you liked my poem. Hi K-K, thanks some much. This is exactly how I feel too. Hi Linda, thanks so much for these words of appreciation. Seriously you guys are great. Hi Tina, Thanks so much. I too hope for the same. There is a silver lining around the corner somewhere. Hi Artic Wind thanks for welcoming me to PIP. Good we met now. Hi Lindsay, thanks a bunch for taking time to read my poem. Surely my days will be brighter, now that I have read everyone’s comments. It gives me so much more confidence and courage to write more. Prasad "Hardwork pays in the long run" |
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