During the Holidays...

DESIDERATA
Go pracidly among the noise and haste, and remember what peace there be in silence
A far as possible, without surrender, be in good terms with all persons
Speak your truth quietly and clearly, and listen to others
Even the dull and ignorant, they too have their story
Avoid loud and agressive person, they are vexations to the spirit
If you compare yourself to others, you may become vain and bitter
For always there will be greater and lesser person than yourself
Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans
Keep interested in your own career, however humble
It is a real possession in the changing fortunes of time
Exercise caution in your business affairs, for the world is full of trickery
But let this not blind you to what vitrue there is
Many persons strive for high ideals, and everywhere life is full of heroism
Be yourself, especially do not feign affection, neither be cynical about love
For in the face of all aridity and disenchantment it is perennial as the grass
Take kindly the counsel of the years, gracefull surrendering the things of youth
Nature strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune
But do not distress yourself with imaginings, many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness
Beyond a wholesome discipline, be gentle with yourself you are a child of the universe
No less than the trees and the stars, you have a right to be here
And whether or not it is clear, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should be
And whatever your labors and aspirations, in the noise confusion of life
Keep peace with yourself.

With all its shame, drudgrey and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world
Be careful, strive to be happy!