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Lesson of Perfection
by John Herlihy → (All Poetry by John Herlihy)
Saturday, October 26, 2024 Rated "G" by the Author.

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-- The Lesson of Perfection -- by John Herlihy The lesson of perfection, That it cannot be learned. An immutable conception, For this ideal we yearned. Beyond the horizon, a feeling blessed, Imperfection lies under heaven’s dome. The place where earth and sky kissed, This good earth our ancestral home. We are surrounded by perfection, A butterfly wing, a crystal of snow. A spider web, from silken lace spun, Perfect miracles blessings to bestow. Perfection there in the wings, Beyond the horizon, to taunt. See a rainbow, the heart sings, Seeking perfection what we want. We are but imperfect beings, Struggling here on earth, in exile. Seeking a peace that perfection brings, May the long day offer a simple smile. We can’t live without mystery, its promise, There beyond the horizon our eternal goal. In the passing of the hours, we find solace, In polishing rust from the perfection of soul. - - - - - Copyright © John Herlihy Saturday 7 September 2024

Reviewed by Jms Bell

Reviewed on November 18, 2024

THERE ARE NO PERFECT PEOPLE DOWN HERE. THAT IS WHY EACH AND EVERY ONE OF US IS STILL ON THIS EARTH...WE ARE BEING 'PERFECTED'. WHEN 'HE' CLEANS ALL OUR 'RUST'...WE'LL GO HOME. EXCELLENT! LOVE, BLESSINGS AND FAITH...HIS+INSPIRATIONS.

Reviewed by Diana Legun

Reviewed on October 28, 2024

Good nourishment for the emaciated soul, John. The best line for me being: �May the long day offer a simple smile.�. Thank you, carry the flame* ~~ djl

Reviewed by Richard Cederberg

Reviewed on October 26, 2024

We are indeed "imperfect beings." And I so agree.... that sometimes a "simple smile" can release the heaviness (that sits on us at times like a wet shroud) and replace it with wings to ascend on. A fine piece that resonates with me, John. Hope you're well. Peace... rlc
How could one not want
To grow in Grace's wisdom
Becoming our best

Reviewed by Odin odin@aflx.com

This was most interesting to me as I've made it a point to adopt the philosophy many years ago that "everything is perfect." Of course, your choice of images to convey your point are all spot on, but I've been told by doctors over the years that my good health has maintained itself largely because of this philosophy. With it, one is often void of tension, rancor or any other negative feeling as when it seems to be a downer, I alert my senses to what the lesson is here. What is to be learned? I often reflect on 4 major mistakes I've made in my marriages. Like is said: we keep giving ourselves the same lesson until we learn it." I learned the hard way, but perfection feels very friendly now. Your "polishing rust from the soul" is another way of saying the philosophy I follow. Thank you for posting. The truly positive aspects of our lives often get taken for granted. Namaste.