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High Ground |
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Sunshine
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since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart 
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High Ground All around me there is some serious griping troubled souls in need of well-meant hyping, sometimes it can really get me down, that's when I head for the high ground. Some get a kick out of dishing despair, then act as if they have never cared; so the only way I can turn it around, is when I head for the higher ground. I care not for gossip or righteous stories, for in such vain things there is no glory, and nay, I have never worn a crown, but simply step up, toward high ground. I could follow a simpler road, I could lie, and treat people cold, but all of that would bring me down, when I'd rather head for that higher ground. and I'd really rather not get stuck in useless misery and self-made luck, no, in someone's muck I'll not lie down, Lord, lift my feet toward high ground. Perhaps it's a road less traveled on, but my real friends know I'm never gone, for they're with me, standing all around, when we travel toward high ground. ©KRJ 19 December 1999 Sunshine Look, then, into thine heart, and write ~~~ Henry Wadsworth Longfellow |
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Skyfire 
since 2000-12-27
Posts 3381Riding |
I wish I could find some high ground... just to get away sommetimes... enjoyed  and then He created the horse... |
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poddarku Senior Member
since 2008-01-15
Posts 589india |
very inspiring poetry,i feel the high ground is within us |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
Very wise, dear Karilea, and of course very beautifully written. To move up and out into our higher self/high ground is no doubt the best way to cope. Love and hugs. Margherita "Love is the One who masters all things; |
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moonbeam
since 2005-12-24
Posts 2356 |
Karilea Up to your usual standard, and with a very wise messsage. We should all try to lift ourselves above gratuitous slurs and vain posturing. I truly hope that the discussion in the Alley hasn't upset you as much as it seems to have done from this poem. I valued you contribution immensely and I don't believe you wasted your time. I suppose in a way I was trying to follow the principle set out in your poem, to lift the level of the debate in the Alley above the rather low level it had sunk to with short insulting posts. I shall continue to try to do that even in the face of the emotions caused by what I think is potentially one of the most serious political mistakes of our time. Anyway I really just came to say, nice poem, nice sentiment, and thanks M |
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nourzihane Member
since 2008-07-10
Posts 254Algeria |
 [This message has been edited by Nan (09-07-2008 09:59 PM).] |
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TheAnonDavid Member
since 2008-08-28
Posts 237UK |
I like this. That's all. No fancy critique - just that it is written well and I appreciate the straightforward morality. Do not go gentle into that good night. Rage, rage against the dying of the light. Dylan Thomas |
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vandana
since 1999-10-22
Posts 10463USA |
good read |
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OwlSA Member Rara Avis
since 2005-11-07
Posts 9347Durban, South Africa |
Much enjoyed, Karilea. - Owl |
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Balladeer
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since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Midwestern words of wisdom from a woman of the plains |
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Artic Wind Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 8080Realm of Supernatural |
I missed reading your poems! Wonderful Write Dearest Sunshine K ARCTIC WIND |
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Ericc Member Elite
since 2003-01-31
Posts 4178 |
Wonderful write! Eric |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
As one who wallows in the muck too often, I hope you dropped a pebble here and there to show the way. *S* Beautiful write!! |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
I try, my dear, I try. To you who read this, and understand me even a little, thank you for the eyes.  :hugs; |
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Patricia Member Elite
since 2003-04-06
Posts 2160Missouri |
I was called here this early Saturday morning...Now I know why. How I needed to read this wonderful writing and timely reminder in my own life. I won't bore you with all of the details, but suffice it to say your writing will be at the forefront of my mind when we have our Monday morning meeting at work. Thanks so much, Karilea. Patricia |
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RMW Senior Member
since 2001-03-21
Posts 1424 |
K, You are, as always, an inspiration. Nicely done. Bob |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Sissie Perhaps it's a road less traveled on, but my real friends know I'm never gone, Thankfully  |
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steavenr Member Elite
since 2003-11-17
Posts 4058 |
Sunshine, well even your name says it...thank you for shedding some light on 'higher ground'...much appreciated and much enjoyed |
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The Lady Member Rara Avis
since 2005-12-26
Posts 7634The Southwest |
your feet fit well on high ground dear Karilea and I love this so much |
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WTBAKELAR
since 2008-09-09
Posts 1089Utah, USA |
Always take the high road, as your poetry does. It rises high, with a down to earth wholesomeness and wisdom. Very nice. |
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Corinne Member Ascendant
since 1999-10-28
Posts 5167state of confusion |
Sunshiny one: Yep, higher ground is always the best and only way to go. Thanks for this reminder -- we can all learn from this poem! Corinne |
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LindsayP Member Elite
since 2007-07-28
Posts 3410Australia, Victoria |
What a great poem Karilea much enjoyed, Take care, love Lindsay |
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D.Lester Young Senior Member
since 2001-12-08
Posts 1219Austin, Tx |
The High Ground of Sunshine verse can it get any better. |
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vandana
since 1999-10-22
Posts 10463USA |
good read |
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