4.23.16 This struggle at hand

It is vital that we seek balance in all things. 

That we keep close to us the awareness 

of the old ones, the lessons and the stories .

That were told again and again , 

to each old generation, and each new.

Because we do not remember easily ,

 it seems, as a species. And must 

sing the songs and tell the tales 

each night upon retiring, each morning when we wake. 

Lest we forget all that brings us to moderation, 

to a measured balanced way of living. 

So that we may have the strength 

and the endurance for the struggle at hand .