The Man Who Laughs and Cries
Do not criticise the man who laughs at everything,
For one day, he will cry at something.
Do not judge him for his seemingly careless demeanour,
For beneath his exterior lies a depth you cannot comprehend.
He laughs and cries for things he knows,
But you do not see.
Do not shun him, for wisdom lies in observing his pain and laughter.
In his eyes, you will see the reflection of the world's joys and sorrows,
A microcosm of humanity's collective experience.
Listen to his laughter, and you will hear the echoes of a thousand midnights,
Each one a testament to the absurdity and beauty of life.
Witness his tears, and you will see the fragility of the human condition,
A reminder that even the strongest among us are not immune to the whispers of the heart.
So, do not criticise, do not judge, and do not shun.
Instead, observe, listen, and learn.
For in the man who laughs and cries, you will find a wisdom that is both profound and elusive,
A wisdom that can only be grasped by those who are willing to see beyond the surface.
Whalid Safodien
The Feather Pen
