Breathe

breathe deeply.
remember the sunset and how there are places
much bigger than your world.
be kind.
give. give because you can and because it's what
you've been called to do.
love. love crudely and imperfectly, wanting what
is best for others--it will become beautiful over time.
remember your spirit and the gifts you've been given.
do not squander them--celebrate them.
seek goodness in the eye of others.
look, because it is there.
feed the hungry.
know the poor.
settle for nothing while striving for
contentment.
it's all a paradox but you will find your way.
keep walking, keep learning,
keep living.
keep breathing.