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Aimster Member Elite
since 2000-02-19
Posts 4297Charlotte, NC 
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This is a poem about a decision I must make. I live in North Carolina and fell in love with someone who lives in Indiana. We want to be together but there are many obstacles. I am 23 years old and still live with my Dad who I love so very much. I was recently offered a social work job up where they live. My dad doesn't know it yet but I am planning on moving. He is on vacation, so I haven't had time to tell him. But I know his response isn't going to be so great. This was very hard for me to write about, but I am glad I have. < !signature-->Decision Amy M. Kennedy She sits and contemplates So many decisions weighing on the mind Knowing what she wants The question is just a matter of time Should she go...or should she stay She just knows there's more out there Wants to make her mark And create her own design with flare He surely won't approve And will list his reasons why But she is just so tired of listening She just wants to fly He's her dad and loves her so But often times his love feels like chains She just wants to see sunshine So tired of the endless rain Why can't he see what she does That this has nothing to do with him And that she has thought this all out It's not some crazy absurd whim She's in love That's the facts she can't deny Sure she could pretend and lie But the truth always comes out No matter how we try But this is about freedom and opportunity And making a new start But it's also about a feeling She has way down deep in her heart She wants to spread her wings And see what it's like to fly Doesn't want to one day be sitting Wondering how life passed her by She is young, and time is on her side But it won't always be this way We aren't promised tomorrow Only have today She thinks of her love again And slowly starts to smile Knowing in the end This will all be worth-while 1000 miles it sounds so far away But she knows her choice is right The time has come For her to spread wings, take flight New horizons, a brighter tomorrow Her eye is on the sky And she'll be back This isn't a forever goodbye Her dad is her heart He means more than he knows But a choice must be made She's prepared for all the curves Life loves to throw He comes home in two days She knows just what she'll say that day Holding her head high She'll say to him...Dad, I have something to say I love you and I'll miss you But this isn't about you...it's about me I know it's hard and it hurts But you must learn to set me free You are my heart, one of my best friends This will never change or end And no matter where I am Forever my love to you I send "Don't be dismayed at goodbyes. A farewell is before you can meet again. And meeting again after a moment or a lifetime is certain for those who are friends." "Fate exists but it can only take you so far, Because once you're there It's up to you to make it happen." [This message has been edited by Aimster (edited 06-26-2000).] |
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Sudhir Iyer Member Ascendant
since 2000-04-26
Posts 6943Mumbai, India : now in Belgium |
Making decisions are always difficult...but when it is a decision like this to make, I shudder to think what way I will go, on one side you have loved all your life, and on the other side the future counterpart of your life...sounds really difficult... This is a difficult crossing to cross, but I am sure that your father will understand. after all Fathers are for understanding their children... They will always think the best for their children...I wish you luck, Amy. yes, before I forget, let me congratulate you on a very well written poem... regards, sudhir... P.S. BEST OF LUCK... Death, be not proud, though some have called thee, Mighty and dreadful, for thou art not so; - John Donne |
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MagnoliaBlue Member
since 2000-05-12
Posts 367 |
AMY...A very nice poem,well written!  I would have done anything to have a relationship with a dad like yours. You love your dad, your dad loves you! He will want to know(and perhaps meet) the person you fell in love with... just so he knows/hopes you will be safe. Doesn't matter how far the distance... there are boats, planes and trains to keep a relationship alive with your dad! I wish you luck and happiness with your love. MagnoliaBlue Caribbean Island Property(PARADISE) FOR SALE.Investors wanted to start World Class Resort and Marina.No Risk or Blue Sky. joonz@mindspring.com |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
seems to me alls been settled in your mind and heart...you know you have to live your life for yourself...not someones elses image of you... parents learn to let go in stages ... give him time to accept each new step... he will catch up and be right along side you in time. great writing out of your heart amy-girl... take care, you know Im here jm |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
Beautifully written. Specail note to you in your e-mail based on personal experience. Hope it helps. |
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JulieAnn Senior Member
since 2000-06-12
Posts 754Earth 3rd Rock from the sun!! |
Amy.. I can imagine how difficult this must be... I do not know you or your Dad but I am sure he will understand.....or he may deep inside have been waiting for this moment...preparing for it....he loves you I am sure and so I am sure he will understand.. Wonderful heart felt poem...  Julie :) |
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