Everything has a time,
we missed it, so what?
Will I be less of a person,
losing value and class...

All the connections made,
nothing is lost, just like that...
Hard work and contributions,
would remain as our experiences.

Life gives us opportunities,
we didn't grab it, so what?
Will my growth be affected,
by not taking a desired path.

There might be new adventures,
in this quest, that we embark...
Having newer exposures,
from different corners, of the world.

There were dreams and aspirations,
we couldn't achieve, so what?
It's the quality of the journey,
that matters than the goal...
We built for ourselves.

Yes, there would be disappointments,
judgmental gaze, on things we lack...
Yet, it's only us, who could decide,
to get disheartened, lament the loss,
or a life of joy and happiness.

© Dr. Manish Rout