THE CHIMES BEFORE MIDNIGHT

I

Believe your existence matters in this world.

But never live like you are the center of the universe.

II

Our life on this planet is relatively short.

Some we love will have an even shorter life.

III

Beware of predators amongst us who kill or maim. Sometimes with no discernible reason.

Someone we trust, even love may be one of the predators.

IV

The greatest challenge we face as individuals…

(and as a Species)

…is to continue to EVOLVE.

V

There will come a time when the opportunity to…

Solve a Problem, will no longer be an option.

VI

When you are younger pursue a dream.

If you don’t end up achieving it…

You will still discover yourself in the process.

And you will put aside any future thoughts…

… of what might have been.

VII

Live your life with honesty and integrity.

At all times.

VIII

Discover who you truly are…

… beyond the expectations of family, friends, loved ones…

… and those you have just met.

It will mean working to overcome your fears.

The fears that come from within…

… and those created by family, friends, loved ones…

… and those you have just met.

IX

We need others to thrive and reach success.

Your future depends on those across the street…

… as well as the person you’ve never met…

… who lives across the world.

X

You need to love and be loved.

You will not reach your fullest potential without both.

Everything else is forgotten over time.

Those you loved, and those who loved you…

… will be your legacy on this planet.

XI

There will be those who are dependent on us to survive.

We must not neglect their needs.

A climb to the mountain top is worth celebrating.

Unless the goal could have been achieved…

… while carrying another on your back.

XII

As you age, never live without another worthy goal.

But don’t allow the love of life…

… to be corrupted by the fear of death.

IT IS MIDNIGHT

There might be someone beside you.

Or no one to bear witness.

Regardless of the circumstances…

ALL of us face death… ALONE.

You are not the center of the universe.

After taking your final breath…

Every living creature on this planet…

… will take another.