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John Yaws
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0 posted 2001-05-23 10:08 AM



You’ve Arrived

When you can look back down the paths of life-
And crack a wistful smile...
And shrug aside the pain and tears-
That came with every mile...

When you enjoy simple pleasures,
Live each moment for itself.
Each accomplishment a treasure,
Like a trophy on a shelf...

When you’re content, friend, with your wages,
And the fact that you’ve survived-
I guess, in some small measure...
One could say that you’ve arrived!

© Copyright 2001 John R. Yaws - All Rights Reserved
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1 posted 2001-05-23 10:09 AM


Can't argue with this....
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2 posted 2001-05-23 10:42 AM


I guess I'm still walking that path
For the amount my paycheck hath
Is barely enough to survive -
I might exist, but I don't thrive!

LOL... Sorry, GS... my mind is wandering on a journey all its own. *S* Great poem... I enjoyed it much!

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3 posted 2001-05-23 01:03 PM


Yep, you have!  
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4 posted 2001-05-23 09:29 PM


~Oh enjoyed this! And the replies. Indeed. *Peace.
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5 posted 2001-05-23 09:49 PM


This seems a simplicity that is hardest to gain..
Love your work.

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