Afterthoughts . . .

Eyes that merely “look” are everywhere.
Eyes that truly “see” are very rare.

Ears that merely “hear” are everywhere.
Ears that truly “listen” are very rare.

Mouths that merely “talk” are everywhere.
Mouths that truly “speak” are very rare.

Hands that merely “grab” are everywhere.
Hands that truly “grasp” are very rare.

Hearts that merely “beat” are everywhere.
Hearts that truly “feel” are very rare.

Minds that merely “compute” are everywhere.
Minds that truly “comprehend” are very rare.

Souls that merely “subsist” are everywhere.
Souls that are truly “sublime” are very rare.

Lives that are merely “lived” are everywhere.
Lives that are truly “alive” are very rare.