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Gunslinger
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0 posted 2012-01-03 05:47 PM



"Why?" eternal question that-
An answer sought both near and far-
By Kings and Queens, adult and brat
From depths of night to highest star.

"Why?" must man be born into-
A life beset by grief and pain?
And why? when once his heart is broke
Must he be doomed to love again?

"Why?" do children, Oh, so sweet-
Grow up to be such human beasts?
And why do girls with tender hearts-
Love those who seem to care the least?

"Why?" an answer always sought-
From arctic ice to jungles hot-
The answer, friend, before you lies-
It's simply this: Pray tell, "Why not?"

© Copyright 2012 John R. Yaws - All Rights Reserved
Michael
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1 posted 2012-01-03 06:08 PM


haha... love the ending... words of pure wisdom, indeed.  Good to see this side of you.

Michael

JL
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2 posted 2012-01-03 08:39 PM


The only answer to "Why?"
"Why Not?"
LOL...

Good one!

JL

Love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul,and with all your mind. Love your neighbor as yourself.
Maranatha!

ebonygirl
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3 posted 2012-01-03 11:29 PM


Ugh, so true Gunslinger, why not.
lol, ms. E

latearrival
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4 posted 2012-01-04 03:32 PM


May one day your WHY's be answered.
But then you  may not really want to know the answers. Some questions are best unanswered. Just do not lose the wonder of life.jo

tracie66
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5 posted 2012-01-05 04:28 AM


excellent

Love is the life of the soul...
It is the harmony of the universe
                        — W. E. Channing

JamesMichael
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6 posted 2012-01-10 05:46 PM


Nice...this is life...James
Magnus
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7 posted 2012-01-10 08:52 PM


always have enjoyed your style.....thanx
for sharing the read.

Marchmadness
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8 posted 2012-01-10 09:39 PM


"Why not?" As good an answer as any. Great last lines.
                              Ida

suthern
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9 posted 2012-01-16 12:28 PM


At least it's an answer... I haven't had one to those questions before. *S* Loved this, GS! *S*

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