Why Do We Wish To Relive Certain Moments of Life?
Life often makes us pause and think — not about what we could have changed, but about what we wish we could feel once more. These timeless lines by Robert Drake beautifully capture that longing to revisit moments, not to alter them, but to relive their warmth and innocence.
About the Reflection
The words below aren’t merely poetry; they are a mirror to every heart that has smiled at the past and sighed at the passing of time. Drake’s poem reminds us that the most precious things are not things at all — they are feelings, people, and moments we once lived deeply.
The Poem That Makes Us Pause
Sometimes,
I feel I want to go back in time...
Not to change things_, but to feel a couple of things twice..
Sometimes,
I wish I was a Baby for a while...
Not to be walked in the pram but to see my Mother's smile..
Sometimes,
I wish I could go back to school...
Not to become a Child but to spend more time with those friends, I never met after school..
Sometimes,
I wish I could be back in college...
Not to be a Rebel but to really understand what I studied..
Sometimes,
I wish I was a Fresher at my work...
Not to do less Work but to recall the joy of the first pay cheque..
Sometimes,
I wish my kids were younger...
Not because they grew Fast but to play with them a bit more..
Sometimes,
I feel I still had some more time to live...
Not to have a longer Life but to know what I could give to others..
Since the times
that are gone can never come back,
let's enjoy the moments as we live them from now on, to the fullest..
Let's Celebrate our Remaining Life....
A Deeper Meaning for Our Times
In an age where we chase deadlines, likes, and milestones, this poem is a gentle nudge to slow down and reconnect with what truly matters — family, friendships, laughter, and self-discovery. Nostalgia isn’t about sadness; it’s about gratitude for what once was and awareness of what still can be.
Each “Sometimes” in this poem is a reminder that our past doesn’t need rewriting — only reliving in memory and gratitude. And that perhaps, the most meaningful goal in life is not to get more, but to feel more deeply.
For those who find comfort in such reflections, pause today. Look around. Every smile, every conversation, every shared cup of tea is a small eternity waiting to be noticed. The poem reminds us to celebrate “remaining life” — not as a countdown, but as a continuation of love and awareness.
If you’re reading this between market charts or work schedules, maybe it’s time to also invest a little in the joy of being present. As we remind our readers often — life and markets both reward those who observe with patience.
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Investor Takeaway
Whether in investing or in life, timing is important — but appreciation is essential. Cherish every phase, just as you would hold every candle on your birthday cake. Life is not about changing the past, but about celebrating the moments that shaped us.
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