I Told Myself to Rest

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I Told Myself to Rest

Life's ambitions are just a test

Why strive for more

When the pathway leads to war

What often looks like promotion

Is in reality a world of confusion

I Told Myself to rest

In this way I will produce my best

Peace of mind is free of charge

It is something for the world at large

Many do not embrace serenity

In their quest for ambition's insanity.

I Told Myself to rest

To find an appropriate nest

A place for creative expression

Something that creates a great impression

Searching for energy in my past

Hoping in the present for that which lasts.

I Told Myself to rest

A state of being that's blessed

Understanding His lavish grace

Seeing approval on His face

Knowing my days are numbered

I choose to separate from the herd.

I Told Myself to rest

I am not insomnia's guest

Wellbeing is often touted

But it's presence is often clouded

Time out to recuperate

From this stress I must separate.

Joseph Amaeze ©2021