Wednesday, October 9, 2024

Carpe Diem & A Sneak Preview

The importance of "seizing the moment" has never been more relevant than in recent times.

With the wars waging, the decline in people's confidence as they face the grave challenges of life, and the various calamities and complexities that have struck globally, every person on Earth has become aware of the importance of Carpe Diem.

The future is uncertain. 

I believe that even the best-planned initiatives can encounter unforeseen circumstances. Success is never guaranteed; no matter how iconic or legendary you are in your field, there is always an element of uncertainty. Just look at the conglomerates that have gone bankrupt.

The phrase Carpe Diem was invented by Horace.  Horace was a prominent Roman poet and satirist whose works greatly influenced Western literature.

The philosophical content of Carpe Diem in his poetry embraces the present moment and asks that we enjoy the pleasures of life, highlighting the shortness of life and mortality.

It is terrible to think about the likelihood of World War 3. I don't know how I'd face the loss of freedom and fear for our lives while the bombs and sirens go off in warning.

Here's a passage of Horace's Ode where he emphasizes Carpe Diem.

"Do not ask, Leuconoe, (it is forbidden to know) what fate the gods have granted to you or me; do not waste your time on Babylonian horoscopes. How much better to suffer what happens, whether Jupiter has granted us more winters or this is the last one that wears out the Tyrrhenian sea on the opposing cliffs. Be wise, drink your wine, and limit your long hopes. While we speak, envious time has already fled; seize the day, trusting as little as possible in tomorrow."

This Ode emphasizes living for the moment to enjoy life's fleeting pleasures. It is symbolic in today's era that Horace says to trust as little as possible in tomorrow.  Aren't we witnessing it now?

Let's be thankful for the peace and stability in our nations.

-shobana-

Something New Coming Your Way:

My New Book, Christmas Tales & Wishes will be out soon. I hope for the magic of Christmas to invade our lives and bring back peace to the world.




Here's a sneak preview of what's inside:


Christmas begins

With kingly thoughts

&

A Wishful heart


The Star of David shines brightly to lead the way to a stable forlorn

          



Whilst angels played the harps

With golden bowls of incense   


Heavenly songs of praise 

Filled the Earth


 



           

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Let them shine, let them shine

Let the light shine bright to spring forth the colours of Christmas 

Shine on YOU

Shine on ME

Shine on Every Man

who walks the Earth



A Poem 


A Wish to End Wars



As a child, I loved stories that began with “Once Upon A Time.” It took me to a distant scene,

someplace that would create intrigue and adventure for the child in me.


Then I loved Christmas for the specialness of the season. Christmas carried an air of

merriment and joy for even the most downtrodden. Christmas gave me renewed upliftment.


The stories here will intrigue, and fill you with a sense of adventure and renew your love

for Christmas.


Let Christmas be the season to enlighten minds and hearts, and peace reign throughout

the universe.



Silent Night, Holy Night, All is Calm, All is Bright, Round Yon Virgin Mother and Child,

Sleep in Heavenly Peace, Sleep in Heavenly Peace!


May that Golden Peace that we seek remain with us forever.



The Heavens did open up joyously, as the newborn brought forth a new love for creation.





Titles of Stories in this Book


On a Christmas Morn, the Snow Falls Delicately

A Wish Come True

The Chapel on the Hill



Look out for the date of publication.

I can't wait to share this book with you.


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