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passing shadows
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0 posted 2007-05-17 09:44 AM



This life drags on too slow for me,
God, can we just jump to the end?
Why must I keep trudging on
without a chance in hell to mend?

I'm bruised and angry and beaten now,
there's no place for me here,
defeat leaves me unable to taste
even the sourness of fear.

If I didn't think I'd fail it too,
I'd push myself across the finish line,
throw my hands up in victory
as I drank the last sips of wine.

I'm tired and it all feels hopeless,
love is nothing but a dream,
and life leaves me ill and blue
so much so, I cannot scream.

No one would hear it anyhow,
no stranger nor a friend,
and God, all I pray is this...
let me jump on to the end.


© Copyright 2007 Dixie Lee Bullington - All Rights Reserved
scarletbegonias
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1 posted 2007-05-17 09:49 AM


oh wow this gives me shivers i re-read it and re-read it
this was me 2 years ago

~~wraps you in warmth and good thoughts~~

aziza
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2 posted 2007-05-17 11:11 AM


You let us feel your soul -- you are an amazing writer.

A

JamesMichael
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3 posted 2007-05-18 07:04 PM


I believe  that I was in a similar place a few years ago...not sure if there are any shortcuts...I do know that if you find yourself not liking the road you are traveling on, there are other roads, or should I say, other choices...
Do something good for yourself...you deserve it...James

Drauntz
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4 posted 2007-05-18 07:45 PM


It is nice to see you post again. Passing.
I wish you well.

live has ups and downs. Surly you will go through it. You will!!!!

call me anytime if you want.

love and many hugs.

Huan Yi
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5 posted 2007-05-18 08:41 PM


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soon enough . . .


John


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Roniece Dawson-Bruce
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6 posted 2007-05-19 06:29 AM


Dixie... I'm sending you some of my hugs to get you thru... your words are amazing  ..  RDB

Be kind at heart....for everyone you meet has their own battle to fight.........

Rick
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7 posted 2007-05-19 08:20 PM


Dear Dixie, you have surely spoken to my soul, for so often I feel just the same way, just for something wonderful to happen would be a complete blessing in itself, having what appears all you need is nothing if what you have inside is void of love and meaning. I so often wish for retirement, but that is so many years away and I know I should not be wishing my life away. I think of complete change, to leave what brings the misery and walk a completely different road, to live on the edge for a while and really taste life. In truth without my poetry, photography and loving daughter I too would be pushing for the finish line. I believe we just need the strength to ask ourselves the hard questions and go with what we believe would bring us happiness. You try and I'll try my friend and we'll see how we both get on.

In much the same boat dear Dixie.
Don't jump overboard until you learn to swim, cos there's an island just over there.

Have a wonderful, wonderful day my friend.

Rick

passing shadows
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8 posted 2007-05-20 10:26 AM


dang ya'll

you sure know how to make a girl feel good

thank you, friends

I love you all

The Lady
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9 posted 2007-05-20 02:58 PM




Dixie
sounds like the wind's blowing through your heart
you must have left it wide open

great poem

Margherita
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10 posted 2007-05-20 05:26 PM


Dixie, a tough poem that touches the heart.

That most lovely daughter of yours in the picture surely wants you and needs you to accompany her through her life. May you find the strength to cope with life's challenges.
Of course we all have some really dark days, but it is not a permanent mood, because we are not walking alone through life, we are sustained. May you feel the Angels' wings protecting you and guiding you.

May Archangel Michael pay you a visit and lighten your heart.

Love and hugs.
Margherita

Kristabell
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11 posted 2007-05-20 07:46 PM


Ah, but you are still pushing. You have not given up and therefore, you have not failed.

Kristabell

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12 posted 2007-05-22 12:37 PM


Oh, my... Your words have been my thoughts so often... There's a couple of lines in a John Mellencamp song "life goes on... long after the thrill of living is gone"... I say AMEN and wonder why...

Strong, powerful work!!

Earth Angel
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13 posted 2007-05-22 12:46 PM


Dixie, you voice what many of us have felt at one time or another. Earth life sure ain't easy!!! May your road get easier as you head for the finish line ~ which hopefully is many, many miles away!

Come here and let me give you a big, warm loving hug and whisper in your ear, "Things will get better! ~ 'Angel' promise!

Linda

JL
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14 posted 2007-05-24 02:01 PM


"I'm tired and it all feels hopeless,
love is nothing but a dream,
and life leaves me ill and blue
so much so, I cannot scream.

No one would hear it anyhow,
no stranger nor a friend,
and God, all I pray is this...
let me jump on to the end."

Yeah, sweetheart, me too.
But it never ends.  
BUT the best is yet to come!

Real joy real peace real love...
Be patient.

HUG!!

JL

Thomas, because thou hast seen me, thou hast believed:
blessed are they that have not seen, and yet have believed.
~Jesus Christ

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