Love – The Only Reason We’re Alive

Love, the very essence of our existence, makes the world go around. It is the most powerful, yet the most misunderstood emotion. Often, by the time we realize the true meaning of love, it’s too late. We confuse our ideas of love with illusions of star-crossed romances, expensive honeymoons, and unrealistic expectations from our significant other. But as the spoken word poet IN-Q puts it, love is the ‘Only Reason We’re Alive’. In this article, we’ll explore this beautiful poem and the various aspects of love that it touches upon.

Finding Love at 85

The narrator of the poem is an old man who has finally found his soulmate at the age of 85. It’s a powerful reminder that love can happen at any age or stage of life. We need to keep our hearts and minds open to the possibilities and not give up on love. It’s easy to get disheartened and feel like we may never find that special someone, but we must remember that love has a way of finding us when we least expect it.

Matching Track-Suits, Aerobic Classes, and Dancing

The poem also touches upon the everyday aspects of love. From going on dates to spending time with each other, laughing in a cafe, and holding hands during Sunday masses, the poet shows us that love is all about appreciating the present time with our beloved. It’s about finding joy and happiness in the small things that we do together.

Darker Sides of Love and Life

However, the poem also talks about the darker sides of love and life. It reminds us that love is not always rosy and there will be challenges along the way. The impending illness, inevitable wrinkles, and even feeding our significant other because they’re too weak are just some of the hardships that come with choosing to love someone. But even in these difficult times, we must hold on to each other and cherish the moments we have together. We must hold each other close, not just in body but in spirit, and remind ourselves that love is worth fighting for.

Carpe Diem

As anyone who has watched ‘The Notebook’ will realize, love is all about appreciating the beautiful things in life while they last. We must not take anything or anyone for granted, as life is fleeting, and we never know when it will be taken away from us. So follow the ‘Carpe Diem’ theme, and find your love before you’re 85. Embrace the present, cherish your loved one, and make every moment count.

Conclusion

Love is not just an emotion, it’s a way of life. It’s the very fabric that binds us all together, the reason we wake up each morning with a smile on our faces, and the reason we keep going when the going gets tough. It’s easy to forget the true meaning of love and get lost in the stereotypes and expectations of society. But we must remember that at the core of it all, love is simple – it’s about finding joy and happiness in the moments we share with our significant other. So, let’s all take a moment to appreciate the love in our lives and the people who bring us happiness. Let’s remember that love is the ‘Only Reason We’re Alive,’ and cherish it every day.