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Not a Lot
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Not a Lot |
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Gunslinger Senior Member
since 1999-10-09
Posts 901TX, USA 
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I was never one to seek the classic beauty- I feel that women are a lot like books. The things that serve to make a person lovely- Are found inside, not merely in their looks. The tender words, the smiles and touch of kindness The patience with a man who is a fool- For women grow up much before we men do- And mature a whole lot younger, as a rule. I must admit, I’ve had my share of folly- To mark the path to manhood that I took- The scars and wear I’ve placed upon my body- To knowing eyes, can be read like a book. I’d like to think that life has taught me something- I view the world sometime through cynic’s eyes. I prefer to think that I am realistic- I scarcely dare to tell you that I’m wise. But I’ve survived, in spite of foolish choices- While many of my peers, I fear, have not. I guess the school of life has taught something- But sadly I must say… it's not a lot. [This message has been edited by Gunslinger (10-22-2019 04:28 PM).] |
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OwlSA Member Rara Avis
since 2005-11-07
Posts 9347Durban, South Africa |
I love this too, John, but, despite everything, I think you have learnt a great deal and have become gentle, strong and wise. |
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-13
Posts 7666California |
Love this one, John. I think it's a very small percentage of people who actually affect change in their lives from the lessons life gives them. |
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Lori Grosser Rhoden Member Patricius
since 2009-10-10
Posts 10202Fair to middlin' of nowhere |
Yes, I love this one too! Apparently you are the one left to tell the tale...and tell the tales you do. It is a gift. ~L |
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