“Take kindly the counsel of the years”

Today’s title is inspired once again by my favorite poem by Max Ehrman, “Desiderata.” Three wise individuals have given me counsel on separate occasions about the most recent tragedy a few blog posts ago. The gist of what I received from these persons can be described by some lines from “Desiderata “ as well (link to a copy of the poem)... ”Speak your truth quietly and clearly... Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans. Keep interested in your own career, however humble... Exercise caution in your business affairs, for the world is full of trickery. But let this not blind you to what virtue there is... Nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune. But do not distress yourself with dark imaginings...” I was advised to be vigilant, focus my attention on blessings and self-development, and that there are due processes in place.