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bsquirrel
since 2000-01-03
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-23- If I were to die tonight, How much would I miss from a full life? I never would have lain with a woman, Truthfully or otherwise. I never would have felt so free I could trust fully in god again. And I never would have figured out All the different flavors of wines. I never would have been able to look at my watch A billion trillion quadrillion more times. I would have missed out on so much music, So much other entertainment and intellect That I never would have realized. I never would have a group of support To give me others to fall against sometimes. I never would have seen New Hampshire again, Nor experienced my first California earthquake. I never would have been able to say sorry to some people; I'm glad I left you to others. I never would have finally found a voice or identity That didn't waver darkly by candlelit words. My heart flutters -- it feels like a shortness of breath. I am reminded of the very small but very real possibility That my heart could die. Born with this damn syndrome. Even the strongest of wills Falls To the reality Of physicality. Even so, I am a stubborn sunuvabitch. I'm going to find old age in my features, Not just my insight. And I'm going to accomplish as much as I possibly can. No, I am not ready To die. |
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Corazon Senior Member
since 2000-02-02
Posts 1209 |
I like this one mike, like thsi one alot, and yep, you are getting better....I wish you old age too  |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
Very powerful poem and feelings. It is a source of contemplation, for sure. No matter what you haven't done, you have written a wonderful poem, and hopefully you will live each moment to its fullest. This is a very inspirational piece. Well done, my friend Liz |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
This is good, Mike! I like this alot! Denise |
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Meadowmuse Member Elite
since 1999-12-27
Posts 3263 |
This gave me a lump in my throat, a sudden smile and a chuckle...all at the same time...you're on the right path, my friend. Loved this...good writing! ~ Claire |
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bsquirrel
since 2000-01-03
Posts 7855 |
Thanks everyone, for both the insight and the smiles. Mike |
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tracie66 Member Elite
since 2000-01-18
Posts 4713Australia |
This was a touching piece and so very well written... HUGSTracie Keep all the windows of your mind open Anne Rooks |
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bsquirrel
since 2000-01-03
Posts 7855 |
Thanks, tracie. Mike |
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