Days are high or days are low
So are the feelings they actually show
Hard or soft, whatever life blow
Sadness or happiness, either will grow
But, your perception is always dying to bow
You never know what life will throw
But, deep inside you always seems to know
The toughest part is to say yes or no
Whether to take it fast or little slow
Whether to keep it high or somewhat low
Or it's best to go with the flow
Days are high or days are low
-hari-ar-cane
Gumption- It's really a unique word, and a fascinating one too. The word really impressed me. I heard it recently in the movie 'The Holiday', where an elder character suggested the protagonist to have gumption to live a good life. The origin of this word has been mentioned to be of early 18th century (originally Scots). The dictionary meaning of gumption is "shrewd or spirited initiative and resourcefulness". Some of the synonyms which helps to understand the meaning are "initiative, resourcefulness, ingenuity, inventiveness, cleverness, shrewdness, acumen". Another meaning or definition which I personally like is "the ability to decide what is the best thing to do in a particular situation, and to do it with energy and determination". In other words "the strong will and determination to do something". Many a time, in your life, gumption acts as a prerequisite to handle or face a situation, but not everyone is lucky to have it. If o...
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