By FARAH TEJANI
Dare to dream and soar the skies,
Without ever questioning or wondering why;
Life is the canvas and you are the brush,
With so many hues, there is no need to rush.
Discover your gifts and leave no stone unturned,
It’s your time to claim all that you have yearned;
Travel the world, give birth to a precious child,
Dig deep into your soul and let your spirit run wild.
Photograph, sing, write, fly,
Sculpt, dig, explore on high;
Have lunch on the moon or have tea with the Queen
Don’t be left wondering wonder what you could have been.
This world is for living in and living in now,
Those who lose sight will always wonder “how.”
Time stops for no one, so play your best game,
With so many days, make no two the same.
And be prepared for those who will tell you you can’t,
For it is these same people you will truly enchant.
Many are jealous of the gifts we possess,
But it is WITHIN US ALL to find true success
So challenge yourself, there is no time to compete,
To compare yourself to others is quite simply effete.
You’re God’s gifted child, He has plans for you,
So dare to dream, it is time for your debut!
You are the butterfly asleep in the Cocoon,
You must wait for your time, lest it be too soon.
And when the time is right you will no doubt emerge,
With uniquely painted wings and upwards you will surge.
Date posted: November 8, 2021.
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Farah Tejani is a creative writer based in Vancouver. She is currently working on Childrens’ stories and a collection of poetry called “Elastic Embrace.” She has been contributing poems and stories for Simerg and its sister website Barakah for the past year. We invite our readers to read some of Farah’s poems by clicking on The Fragrance of Spring; Elastic Embrace; and The Great Sacrifice. Children will particularly love her heart warming stories Mr. Sneaky Peeky and the Two Red-Tailed Monkeys and Elizabeth the Ladybug and the Lonely Rose.
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I thank you all for your kind words and birthday wishes,,,Khushiali Mubarak and all the very best in the New Year…Ameen.
Farah, you inspire me all the time with your courage to bounce back:)
Thank you for sharing your gift with us.
Farah,
Beautiful and so wonderful. Well written, keep it up.
A happy birthday to you and wishing you all the best.
Happy Birthday Farah ! Thank you for gifting us your words!!
Happy Birthday, Farah,
Your writing is beautiful.
May you always remain, Blessed Ameen,
A beautifully composed poem!
Positively refreshing. Well done Farah!
A very happy birthday, Farah. What a gift to us on your birthday. Beautiful words to a great poem.!!
We are also looking forward to receiving and reading your new book, “ Make your own chai, mama’s boy”.
Take care. Love, Nasim & Amin Kanji . Toronto
Thank you Farah for sharing this with us. What a beautiful poem. Happy birthday and may God protect and keep you in his loving care, Ameen. ❤
Happy birthday Farah!! May Allah bless you with good health and happiness Ameen. Very talented lady. Enjoyed reading your work. Keep up the good work.
Always looking forward to your compositios and enjoy them immensely.
Happy Birthday! 🎂 🎉 💕
Lovely poem Farah. You are an amazing writer.
Wishing you the best birthday wishes. May Mowla always protect you and keep you safe, healthy, happy and prosperous in all your endeavors Ameen 🤲🙏❤️
Tazmin Wells ❤️
Another uniquely insightful poem among your impressive collection. On your birthday, Farah, we wish you all the best and especially for your good health in order for you to continue delighting your audiences with your God given gifts and talents. Ameen.
Once again Farah you impress us with your words!
Have a blessed and peaceful birthday.
Remember to continue to share your gift of imagination and creativity.
Thank you Farah for sharing this with us.
You are truly gifted. What a beautiful poem.
Thank you Farah for sharing this with us.
You are truly gifted.
What a beautiful poem
Wow!
What a message to share on a birthday!
As always insightful, deep and heartfelt!
Love this line:
“Life is the canvas and you are the brush,
With so many hues, there is no need to rush!”
Happy birthday Farah!
Happy Birthday Farah.
Dare to Dream is a beautiful gift for all of us on your Birthday.
Blessings always..Ameen
🤲❤