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The Weight
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The Weight |
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MorningStar Member
since 2009-10-26
Posts 290Pittsburgh, Pa 
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She was surprised at how light it was Having always heard of the excessive heaviness of it She tested the weight in her hands but found it wasn't heavy at all Perhaps she's just stronger than most Perhaps it's just stubbornness But the weight of it was nothing next to the pain And if she could carry that then she could certainly carry this. After years of toning muscles never meant to carry such inauspicious burdens Who could deny her right Eventually she would tire because everyone does But not until there was something more than pride keeping her erect would she even think of putting it down If she even could It's tricky that way... So she continued on Rolled shoulders Stiffened spine Proud Stubborn Bitter... On she went And on her back She carried a grudge If I don't say it...who will? |
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viking_metal Senior Member
since 2007-02-02
Posts 1337In a Jeep, Minnesota. |
Grudges are lame.  I loved this. I know lots and lots o people that hold em, and this is just about the perfect way to describe how it really goes down. (email me if you get the chance, I have something to ask you.) I love my dog, and my truck. It's that simple, really. |
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Dark Stranger Member Patricius
since 2001-03-19
Posts 13631West Coast |
ms star...enjoyed this slice of tude and strength... |
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naturegirl Member
since 2009-09-30
Posts 168England |
i liked this, how beautifully descriptive and how true...perhaps we don't notice the weight until we let go of the grudge?... |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
My family has some championship grudge carriers... I wish they could all read this! *S* Excellent write!! |
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rachaelfuchsberger
since 2007-02-21
Posts 609Las Vegas, NV |
I, unfortunately, have a brother carrying that same burden against me. I can only hope he comes back around. Even though we fight and argue with each other, I will always love him, and I wonder if people who carry such grudges know that, in most cases, the person they are holding a grudge against misses them, and loves them unconditionally. Goddess grant me the serenity to accept the things that I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can and the wisdom to know the difference. |
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MorningStar Member
since 2009-10-26
Posts 290Pittsburgh, Pa |
Thanks everybody!!! I come from a long line of grudge carriers. If it were an Olympic sport - my people could bring home the gold for team U.S.A.! Rachael - Don't give up hope. It's my experience that all you can do is continue to love him. We don't get do-overs, but we get every new day to show love, sincerity and goodwill. Those are the things that pierce cold hearts! Grace and peace to you! Aenea If I don't say it...who will? |
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Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
Grudges are a heavy burden, sometimes you just don't feel it right away. Excellent poem on the subject. Ida |
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