avatarBernadette E Wallace

Summary

The website content reflects on the enduring relevance of the poem "Desiderata," written in the 1920s, as experienced by a 17-year-old who deeply connected with its 36 lines.

Abstract

The web content discusses the personal impact of the poem "Desiderata," which was discovered by the author at the age of 17. Despite being nearly a century old, the poem's opening lines, "Go Placidly," resonate with the author, who finds its message as compelling today as it was in the early 1920s. The author invites readers to enjoy the poem, suggesting they grab a cup of coffee and read the original short story linked on the site. The content concludes with a thank you to the readers, emphasizing the poem's ability to touch lives across generations.

Opinions

  • The author expresses a deep personal connection to "Desiderata," indicating a profound emotional response to its lines.
  • There is an appreciation for the timeless nature of the poem, as it is described as "just as compelling today" as when it was written.
  • The author believes in the poem's power to touch and influence people, as evidenced by the invitation to readers to engage with the poem and the accompanying short story.
  • The use of a photograph by Lisa van Vliet suggests a visual representation of the peace and placidity that the poem advocates.
  • The inclusion of a link to a longer article about the poem's impact on the author implies that there is more to the story than can be conveyed in the brief content provided.
  • The closing sentiment of gratitude to the readers indicates the author values the community of readers and their shared appreciation for the poem.

Life In 36 Lines

An old poem for today.

Photo by Lisa van Vliet on Unsplash

At age 17, I found a poem. Or maybe it found me.

I fell in love with 36 lines that begin with the words, Go Placidly.

Though written in the early 1920s, this poem, Desiderata, is just as compelling today.

Grab a cup of coffee, and treat yourself to the original short story here..

Enjoy, and as always, thank you so much for reading!

Poem
Old Is New
Guidance
Life Lessons
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