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Force Your Standards: Force yourself to do the work well, even when no one is watching. Force yourself to be kind, even when you’re tired. Force yourself to be honest, even when it’s difficult. This is not about being perfect; it’s about holding a line of personal integrity against the constant pull of mediocrity and convenience.

For the greatest of works are not wrought out of dread,
But spring from a heart that is valued and full.
The courage to conquer what lies up ahead,
Is first fortified where the home’s beautiful.

Strength lies in vulnerability—
In the raw admission of “I’m afraid.”
How can one cry without strength?
How can one love without courage displayed?

When you were dating and courting, you were romantic and thoughtful, but now that you are married, you wrongly think showing love is beneath you. If you truly love your wife, tell her; she needs to hear it. Warm her heart. Romance her. Date your wife. Her being a wife doesn’t mean she doesn’t need to feel loved. Real men show their love. God is a loving God. If God doesn’t find showing love as something beneath Him, who are you to shun showing affection, yet you are created in the image of God?

Love her when she’s patient and when she’s in a rush, When she’s feeling vibrant and when she’s feeling hush. Love her in her stillness and in her wildest dreams, In all her varied colors and in her many schemes.

In embracing the paradox of love, we find a deeper understanding of its true nature. It is not just about the moments of happiness, but also about the strength found in times of sorrow.

In laughter, in sorrow, and in between,
Find someone who shares the dream.
Who sees the real you, flaws and all,
Together you’ll rise, together you’ll fall.

We yearn for riches, fame, and more, dreams that shine so bright,
But often miss the gentle joys, the stars in our night.
The laughter of a friend so dear, the warmth of a loved one’s touch,
In the quest for bigger things, we overlook so much.

Setting relationship goals can be a powerful way to ensure both partners are committed to growth. These goals might include being more patient, showing appreciation daily, or dedicating time to nurture the relationship. By working towards common objectives, couples can strengthen their bond and create a harmonious partnership.

True love isn’t passive; it doesn’t just sit,
It’s in the small acts and the moments you commit.
It’s in the patience shown, in the daily grace,
In shared life, nothing can replace.

In the dating scene, it’s usually the women pushing for commitment. Men, on the other hand, might be more focused on financial success and pursuing various romantic interests. Women are often viewed as natural homemakers, while men are seen as providers. These roles influence their attitudes towards marriage, with women prioritizing emotional and relational stability and men concentrating on external achievements.

For love is not for the weak, but the brave and kind, In you, my dear, a soulmate I find. Through storms and sunshine, hand in hand we’ll stay, In each other’s hearts, forever we’ll stay.

Yes, they quarrelled, but doesn’t everyone?
Life is a journey, and they appreciated that it is not only the good times that make life worthwhile, but everything in its entirety.
Nothing lasts forever, it is said. Yet they endeavoured to make the little time, the short time that they had besides each other’s presence count.

I fell in love with all of you
I fell in love with your scars
the way you make sarcastic remarks
the way you feel helpless at 2 a.m.
The way you cry about something from years ago
The way you can sometimes get angry
Or the way you sometimes want to be alone

There is power in love.
Powerful enough for one to offer to another a chance to be not only part but their whole world.
Unique enough to be a combination of a warrior eagle and a gentle dove.
More than just a feeling that should soothe our nerves.
More than just a feeling of being excited and glad.