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Alexander Hamilton


Alexander Hamilton, 

so concerned about a legacy, 

that he missed the present. 

Passed up on the now, 

and he flew straight to 

the future.

Missed out on the mundane,

but sought the extraordinary.

Always seeking wonder, 

but missing the beauty of today.

Be here, now.

 

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