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jlocke
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0 posted 2000-10-12 01:24 PM



Suddenly I was, but could not see
Where am I now? what could I be?
Can’t break through the darkness, as hard as I fight
I’m kicking and pushing and reaching for light
Tighter and tighter this world is closing in
I thought this was the beginning, but it must be the end
Twisting and turning, I’ve found a way out
This world is big, cold, I let out a shout
Opened my eyes, now I can see
I’m looking at you, you’re looking at me
Crawling then walking, now learning the way
From my interpretations of all that you say

This world is shrinking, years pass by years
My family has died, and left me in tears
Old and weak now, I let out a sigh
I lay down to sleep, it’s my turn to die
From darkness to light to darkness again
Now it’s all over, this is the end
What’s this? a tunnel? at the end a light?
Walking then running, I’ve regained my sight
Through all that you learn, and all that you do
Remember this message I have for you
When you lose somebody, there’s no reason to mourn
They did not die, they've just been born



Love is the law,
Love under will.

© Copyright 2000 Jeremy Locke Culberth - All Rights Reserved
Lady Lost
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since 2000-07-13
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1 posted 2000-10-12 02:12 PM


This is excellent!  I believ that death is indeed rebirth...I was the only one who did not cry at my Grandmother's funeral...for I knew that she was just beginning the next phase...in a much more beautiful place.  In most cultures, death is actually celebrated and not mourned!  This is truly a great piece.........beth

"And I still believe you can never have too much fiction because reality is such a bore..."
- REA

Martinque
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since 2000-05-17
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2 posted 2000-10-13 12:33 PM


Interesting perspective.  Nice write!
carolinadreams
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3 posted 2000-10-13 04:08 AM


I was afraid to take this journey again, but have found peace within this ride. Thank You.

jlocke
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4 posted 2000-10-13 01:24 PM


Lady Lost -- I'm glad you liked this.  This culture, however, is not about mourning death.  We mourn our personal loss then celebrate their transition in to whatever world our beliefs hold.  Sorry about the loss of your Grandmother, though, I'm sure her new existence is grand.

Martinque -- Thank you, I tried to write it in a way that it could be interpreted in slightly different ways.

carolinadreams -- We all seek peace.  I'm very glad you found yours.  

"We are not human beings on a spiritual journey.
We are spiritual beings on a human journey." - Stephen Covey
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Love is the law,
Love under will.


[This message has been edited by jlocke (edited 10-13-2000).]

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