Some People

by Cheryl Merrick
Some people feel that,
"Life is a banquet, and most
poor suckers are starving to death!"
They pack each moment with as much
"livin'" as possible for,
"There's music to play, places to go,
and people to see!"
Their parties are filled with good food,
and the laughter of many people.
These are the enjoyers of life.

Other choose the quiet path
"less traveled by".
Deeply breathing in the scent of fall,
they savor the soft crunch of leaves under foot
 and the distant call of birds,
as they walk along absorbed in contemplation.
These are those who search for the meaning of life.


Some people logically consider life
as they "seek out the unknown".
Their independent vision allowing them
to know the thrill of discovering possibilities
devising complex plans,
and obtaining competencies.
These are the master minds of life.

Others, noticing and valuing even the smallest details,
responsibly maintain and protect the good.
These competent souls, experts in planning and monitoring,
take pride in seeing that "everything is done right"
and enjoy seeing projects accomplished.
These are the guardians of life.

Each with different goals, priorities, and abilities.
Each finding fulfillment in their own way.
Each contributing their own unique perspective,
adding depth and breadth to all our lives.


banquet quote from "Auntie Maime"
livin' quote from "Bye, Bye Birdie"
less travel quote from Robert Frost's "A Road Not Taken"
seek out quote from "Star Trek"
everything done right quote from business