I really enjoy this book of poetry. It's simple but very powerful.
The first poem that caught my eye was on page 8 - the list of rules and suggestions that can help you become close to the Tao
"Live in a good place. Keep your mind deep. Treat others well. Stand by your word. Make fair rules. Do the right thing. Work when it's time."
This seems to me like a really good guide to live your life by. All the noble qualities and characteristics are represented.
However, the next two lines of the poem are a little tricky. "Only do not contend, And you will not go wrong."
I wrote down next to it...'don't ask questions and you'll never be wrong or mistaken.' I'm not quite sure how I feel about that. Questions are a learning experience. Being wrong allows you to understand the qualities given above and strive towards them.
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