If I seem to be chasing an illusion
Heavens forbid that I should be doing that
A waste of energy
A waste of time
In a life so short
Time that has passed
Can never be called back
But give me the wisdom
To know the difference
Between a mere mirage
And a dream meant for me to embrace and fulfill
Quieten the insecure voices telling me to abandon
Instead give me the discipline and fortitude
To pursue my conviction and my visionary dreams ...........