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Arius Miura de Galdri
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0 posted 2009-01-19 12:33 PM


"The Rapids of Time"

For one who loathes the steady flow of Time
The future is a frightening thing to face
Its rapids rush us on toward the falls
While forcing us to keep its frenzied pace

In vain we try to fight against the surge
And barely keep our heads above the waves,
As closer to the waterfall we're forced
To plunge into the depths, our watery grave

Yet just before we plummet o'er the edge,
Before we lose control and fall away,
We're plucked from out the roaring river's grasp
By providence, to face another day!

AMdG

January 19, 2009

"My candle burns at both ends; it will not last the night; but ah, my foes, and oh, my friends--it gives a lovely light!"  -Edna St. Vincent Millay

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Margherita
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1 posted 2009-01-19 04:31 AM


Very powerful poem, dear Timothy, you caught the anxiety of the quick passing of our days very well.
Just wished a happy birthday to a friend a few minutes ago and we were talking about this topic. To live in the now helps.
Enjoyed your visuals very much.
Love,
Margherita

"Love is the One who masters all things;
I am mastered totally by Love."
(Rumi)

Arius Miura de Galdri
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2 posted 2009-01-21 11:14 PM


Thanks Margherita, I'm glad you enjoyed it.

AMdG

"My candle burns at both ends; it will not last the night; but ah, my foes, and oh, my friends--it gives a lovely light!"  -Edna St. Vincent Millay

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