Faith, Courage, Enthusiasm

Exalted!

Seabright Beach, Santa Cruz, California.

(photo by Art Durand Photography)

Faith, Courage, Enthusiasm

8/30/11

Often, movies leave a message

for me at right time

to address some plaguing concern

that has grip on psyche,

as with these three words

shouted triumphantly by exuberant protagonist

during end of 'Lake Placid'

actress Sissy Spacek starred in,

but actor playing son uttered

after viewers witnessed his redemption

from distorted tailspin to exaltation,

impressing 'phrase' as powerful equation

taken from Alcoholics Anonymous playbook

recognizing 'triad' as dream fuel,

wherein if any lose vitality

then beginning of end occurs

unless lagging aspect is restored,

so much 'reality' becomes uninspired

when practicalities rob future promise,

potential, imprisoned in 'safety' vault

because there's fear of Unknown

based on past unwelcome results

forgetting how wisdom attained felt,

risking significance for vibrant living

without dreading fall, catching fire,

makes life way more joyous

playfully engaging faith, courage, enthusiasm.