
Life Just Goes On is a poem that reflects on life’s unpredictable journey, where happiness and sorrow coexist. It reminds us that troubles are temporary, time keeps moving, and hope brings new beginnings.
Most importantly, the poem encourages us to value love, embrace uncertainties, and move forward with courage.
# Life Just Goes On #
Life sometimes smiles at us,
Sometimes it makes us cry.
One day, it paints a brighter sky,
The next, dark clouds obscure our eyes.
We lose, we learn, we heal, we grow,
Along unknown paths we come to know.
Yesterday fades, tomorrow calls,
And time keeps moving through it all.
Sometimes the road is rough and steep,
And silent sorrows make us weep.
Sometimes a smile can heal a scar,
And dreams can take us near or far.
Yesterday is a story told,
Tomorrow a mystery yet to unfold.
Today is a gift, fragile and bright,
A fleeting moment, a precious light.
We cannot command the winds to stay,
Nor ask the night to turn to day.
But whatever fate may bring our way,
We can keep love alive and share it each day.
The river never questions the stones
That block its path or chill its bones.
Through joy and pain, it finds its way,
And journeys toward the sea someday.
So let the tears fall when they must,
Let broken dreams return to dust.
For even after the darkest night,
The dawn arrives with a promise of light.
Dear friends, life waits not, nor does it stay;
It carries our dreams and fears away.
Through every sorrow, come what may,
Life goes on… just goes on, day by day.
(Vijay Verma)
www.retiredkalam.com

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A profound reminder that life’s true strength lies not in avoiding storms, but in finding the courage to keep moving forward. Life goes on, and so must hope.
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Thank you for your thoughtful and inspiring words. Indeed, life is not about escaping the storms but learning to sail through them with courage and hope. As long as hope lives in our hearts, every sunrise brings another chance to begin again.
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I was just reading a book of Leonard Cohen’s poems, and as I read this, his voice was voicing your poem.
It fit rather well.
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That is such a lovely compliment! Thank you for sharing that connection. Leonard Cohen had a remarkable way of giving voice to life’s melancholy, beauty, and quiet wisdom. Knowing that my poem brought his voice to your mind makes the connection even more special.
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Vijay ji, this is a beautiful and deeply moving poem. You have captured the very essence of life’s journey with such grace and wisdom. The lines ‘Yesterday is a story told, Tomorrow a mystery yet to unfold’ are so powerful. This poem feels like a wise, comforting friend—it acknowledges our pain but gently reminds us of hope, resilience, and the enduring power of love. Thank you for sharing this. It’s a truly inspiring piece that I will carry with me. ‘Life goes on… just goes on, day by day.’ 🙏
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Thank you so much for your heartfelt and thoughtful words. 🙏 I’m truly touched that the poem resonated with you. Life may not always unfold as we wish, but every new day offers us another reason to hope, love, and begin again. If these words bring even a little comfort to someone’s heart, my purpose as a writer is fulfilled. After all, life goes on, and so must our faith in brighter tomorrows. ❤️
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Lovely reflection on the meaning of life! Change is the only constant! It’s a lesson we all learn in time. Like life, time & change just go on. This was nice! Have a nice day!
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Thank you so much for your thoughtful words!
Indeed, change is inevitable, and learning to embrace it is one of life’s greatest lessons.
Time moves on, and so must we—with hope in our hearts and gratitude for every experience.
Wishing you a beautiful day filled with peace, happiness, and new possibilities! 🙏
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Exactly! I concur! The only thing we can predict is the unpredictable… & the only thing we can expect is the unexpected. Thank you for your wishes!
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Absolutely, my friend! 😊 Life is full of surprises, and sometimes the unexpected moments turn out to be the most beautiful chapters of our journey. We may not control what tomorrow brings, but we can always choose to face it with hope, courage, and a positive heart.
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Indeed, life is quite a roller-coaster! A positive mindset can really take some of the burden off of the shoulders. Something we can all use from time to time!
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Absolutely! 😊 Life may not always go according to plan, but a positive mindset helps us face its ups and downs with greater courage and peace.
We may not be able to control every situation, but we can choose how we respond to it.
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No truer words have been spoken! Let’s face it! Who else can make our lives better than ourselves?! It is up to us at the end of the day how we handle our lives. It’s difficult, but hey, such is life. But, the reward of taking our lives into our own hands is so fulfilling!
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Absolutely true! We may not be able to control every circumstance life throws our way, but we can always choose how we respond.
Taking responsibility for our own happiness and decisions requires courage, patience, and perseverance, but the freedom and fulfilment it brings are truly priceless.
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I agree! Control is never in our hands of how the world acts. It is only the responsibility of our own decisions that we have control of.
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Absolutely! 🌸 We cannot control the actions or choices of others, but we can always choose how we respond. True peace comes when we stop trying to change the world around us and start working on ourselves. Our decisions, attitude, and actions shape the path we walk. Let us focus on what we can control and accept the rest with wisdom and grace. ❤️
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Very nice.
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Thank you so much.
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Thank you so much.
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