we turn to ancient . thinking to solve the problems . it has created
even when spelled out . the teenager in our brains . laughs at the dangers
only in stillness is wisdom rediscovered and progress is made
easily ignored . in the chaos of ego . wisdom is patient
wisdom casts shadows . created in history . and easily heard
when faced with a choice . knowledge says look for a sign . wisdom knows which one
pragmatism dies . in the first warm days of spring . unless there’s wisdom
past experience informs possible futures we can prepare for
a weathered surface . holds a silent confidence . and hard won wisdom
before diving in it is wise to listen to those who’ve gone before
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