Houston - We Have A Problem
Haunting words out of deep space from a tiny capsule in dark void Words conveying concern, requesting advise, seeking a solution When these words are spoken there is a real problem to be solved They know the difference between a problem and an momentary glitch Our lives are no different than theirs except our capsule is much bigger And because its larger most have not learned what really is an emergency Rushing through life some of the smallest things become huge obstacles Because we have not learned to recognize the nature of our existence How often have you watched people rage in lost anger over a small thing True there can be times when a trifling matter seems like the last straw Life is filled with small and large glitches we magnify into major problems A flat on the way to work, missing the meeting, is only an glitch Wrecking your car, denting the fender, scratching the paint is a glitch The long line at the checkout when you are in a frantic hurry, the person who can never get your order right, the idiot neighbor you loathe, the boss who never recognizes your worth, the paycheck that never seems to go far enough These are all glitches in life, not major problems, for each of these YOU have the power to fix, to live with, to adjust to, they are a part of life none of them should be a reason to call out "Houston We have a Problem", A Problem is when the house burns down, not when the kids soil the rug A scratched fender is a glitch, a wreck that hospitalizes you is a problem The boy/girl friend that broke your heart is a glitch, a learning glitch even The mate who abused you and the kids, that you still live with is a problem Learn what is important in life, see the "glitches" from the problems Glitches are but momentary inconveniences on the pathway of life Problems are walls and canyons you may need help getting over Knowing which is which can be the difference between a happy and sad life Not only for you but for all those around you, friends, family, mates, lovers Next time something happens to you, or around you, you just cannot stand Take a closer look, you may just be able to smile and say ............"Glitch"
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