Below is the challenge results for [date]. Challenge: [Write a poem or short story inspired by the phrase... "Be hopeful about what's to come and don't worry about the past.] Optimism i've never been a pessimist optimism is my way i see the clouds as beautiful even on a stormy day i worry not about the past for it has come and gone the future is our work of art changing as life goes on i never see the flaws in any person's face i only see the beauty of all our human race i know life isn't perfect but potential is what i see and when our painting is complete it is what i made it be Written By: Litha Sonner For Nan : Out of Friendship's Window Tita Scorpio {2006} Be hopeful what's to come and don't worry about the past; Sorrows, like seasons, were never meant to last. They stir like summer breezes, a whirlwind of despair: tears drop, hearts stop and loss is everywhere. Friends gathered once in joy, were left in disarray - Heartfelt friends who never dreamt that love could be betrayed. Seasons changed without a care, though love held fast and true. Tsunami, blizzard, rainstorm - synonyms for you. I don't know where you are tonight - and truthfully, I don't care - But you came like a desert breeze, a sirocco of despair. Return to the Writing Challenges Main Page The entire contents of this site is copyrighted. Please do not use it without prior permission from the owner or author.