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As You Retire |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana 
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Just as babies cannot stay in the womb Our lives keep changing from cradle to tomb We discover shelters, stay for a while, Some days we shed tears, others wear a smile We build sanctums from cares, havens from strife If lucky, we make friends we keep for life Years might be shared in a common workplace With memories made that time can’t erase Eventually, we’ll stand in a door And know that we’ve a new world to explore For though there are joys we must leave behind Hopes and dreams are waiting for us to find Now the time has come when our ways must part But thoughts of you will be kept in my heart And I'll be wishing God’s blessings on you Wherever you go, whatever you do |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Now, this is a gentle keeper.  |
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Lori Grosser Rhoden Member Patricius
since 2009-10-10
Posts 10202Fair to middlin' of nowhere |
I have to agree with Karilea. Beautiful. Lori |
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Dark Stranger Member Patricius
since 2001-03-19
Posts 13631West Coast |
a lovely tribute lady... [This message has been edited by Dark Stranger (07-27-2011 08:31 AM).] |
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ebonygirl Member Elite
since 2011-07-14
Posts 2000California U.S.A |
A gentle parting, done well. ebonygirl |
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JerryPat2 Member Laureate
since 2011-02-06
Posts 16975South Louisiana |
Nice work. A poem most everyone can relate to. ~ Money can't buy happiness, but broke can't buy anything. ~ |
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Michael
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-13
Posts 7666California |
I remember Ursula, the Sea Witch on the Little Mermaid saying, "One musn't linger in doorways..." and yet it's so hard not to sometimes. Not that Ursula demands devout and strict adherence, mind you, but life does seemt to be about doors, as your poem illustrates quite well. Mayhap it's time to get my butt out of this one.  |
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Alison
since 2008-01-27
Posts 9318Lumpy oatmeal makes me crazy! |
Lovely writing, dear suthern girl. Very gentle and heartfelt. Thank you for sharing. A |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Sunshine: Thank you so much! *S* I'm not sure about the "keeper" designation, though. *S* I originally wrote it for someone being forced into an early retirement... then rewrote it a month or so ago for a lady who was finally taking a break at 78! *S* Given time and more departures, it may go through more revisions... but I'm glad you like this version! *S* Lori: Thank you so much! *S* DS: Darn!!! You edited out the great laugh you'd given me! *S* But I thank you most sincerely for both responses!!! ebonygirl: Thank you! *S* Many years ago, I considered this lady an aggravation... she became a dear friend. *S* JerryPat: Thank you very much! *S* Michael: Ursula would be greatly disappointed in me for I try to wedge myself as firmly as possible in those doorways... stepping through is a scary process and I'm not a brave soul. *S* But I'm great at shoving others through... let me know if you need a push... I'll lace my boots! LOL Thank you so much! Alison: Thank you for reading, dear friend... Your kind comments are most appreciated! |
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Prasad Nataraj Senior Member
since 2008-05-29
Posts 1149Bangalore,India |
I would love to retire early and get on with painting, which is my first love. Responsibility though never lets us follow anything we love truly. Fine writing this. "The secret behind survival of mankind is kindness and love within our hearts" |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Prasad: How well I understand! *S* I work to pay the bills and there never seems to be enough time for the things I want to be doing. *S* Sometimes I fear my "retirement" will be rolling from my cubicle to the cemetery. LOL Thank you so very much! *S* |
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Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
Very nice writting, Ruth. ida |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Ida: Thank you very much! *S* |
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Spiros Zafiris Senior Member
since 2002-10-20
Posts 982Canada |
..very pleasant; much enjoyed.. |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Spiros: Thank you! *S* I've been away from poetry posting for a while... to know someone enjoys my scribblings feels good. *S* |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
do we ever really retire... I look at that word differently as to re tire ( replace) your wheels and get a new start on life... happy to be reading you again M |
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Marilyn Member Elite
since 1999-09-26
Posts 2621Ontario, Canada |
I agree, one doorway to the next. Nice read. |
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jwesley Member Rara Avis
since 2000-04-30
Posts 7563Spring, Texas |
Only wish I was the one standing inside saying goodby...mine not by choice (layoff 18 months ago), but then, someone has to hire you again. This was a very apt and wonderful write. Suthern, my friend, what "scribblings" of yours I don't see in print, I linger over in memory - again, and again. j. |
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tuffluv66 Member
since 2011-05-13
Posts 121Iowa, U.S.A. |
It is a very enjoyable piece |
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Marsha
since 2000-07-10
Posts 7423Maidstone Kent England |
Beloved one, Outstandingly wonderful. Oh my how special your writing is. LOVE IT LOVE IT LOVE IT As always Mushy X x x x x x x x Tomorrow is another day I don't know what it holds |
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Marsha
since 2000-07-10
Posts 7423Maidstone Kent England |
Beloved one, Outstandingly wonderful. Oh my how special your writing is. LOVE IT LOVE IT LOVE IT As always Mushy X x x x x x x x Tomorrow is another day I don't know what it holds |
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JL Member Ascendant
since 2004-04-01
Posts 6128Texas, USA |
Wow, very nice write. Loved it. JL |
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miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
Suthern, I appreciate your timing and notable words, as well as all your responses. I can imagine the comfort this may have broight to your friend. I gave up what I loved doing most about a week before school ended....August will be tough! THANKS for sharing your tribute to your friend. I' m tagging this for AUgust! It's good to read you again! Hugs, misce |
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Namyh Senior Member
since 2009-01-20
Posts 988 |
suthern - Growth is ordained for all Life. Sometimes we just forget at what age we stop growing and start dying. Perhaps retirement is an interim opportunity to reverse the process to which others succumb. I most enjoyed this suthern. It'll have you thinking. Thanks. Namyh |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
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JerryPat2 Member Laureate
since 2011-02-06
Posts 16975South Louisiana |
It is late. I am weary. This is a great piece of work. I'll save to make sure on tomorrow's sunrise if is still is. I think it shall be. ~ If I agreed with you we'd both be wrong. ~ |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
nakdthoughts: I like that attitude! *S* Thank you so much - I'm glad to be here again. *S* Marilyn: Thank you very much! *S* jwesley: I'm so sorry, dear friend. I was very worried that I'd be on the other side of that door, too... at least this lady had a choice. *S* Thank you so much for the kindness you always show me... it's greatly appreciated! *S* tuffluv66: I'm glad you enjoyed - thank you! *S* Marsha, dear friend... when you respond that sweetly, feel free to repeat! LOL It's wonderful to see your name on here... hugs to you and Gray... and thank you!!! JL: Thank you very much! *S* miscellanea: I know August will be tough... it's their loss, dear lady!! Thank you so very much... it's wonderful to see you... and if this helps at all, it's small repayment on all the times you've helped ME! *S* Namyh: I like that perspective on the process very much. *S* Thank you so much! PS: Thank you, Shadowy One! *S* JerryPat2: Thank you for visiting a 2nd time... both visits are greatly appreciated! *S* |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Excellent...James |
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BluesSerenade Member Patricius
since 2001-10-23
Posts 10549By the Seaside |
You have a beautiful mind and a heart of gold, suthern gal. Your poetry is filled with such campassion, empathy and yes, I always feel the love. |
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Martie
Moderator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Suthern...A lovely gift is in your words. I retired a long time ago and walked right back into the working door. Maybe one day I'll retire again. |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
James Michael: Thank you so much! *S* Blues: Your response certainly made me feel the love... thank you so much!!!! If I could put a response into my library, I'd be putting yours in right now! *S* Martie: I think my "retirement" will be a roll from the cubicle to the cemetery. *S* I hope for better... but one never knows! Thank you so much! |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
Your approach to the delicate moment of "retirement" is very beautiful, dear Ruth. I have stepped through that door with mixed feelings, but also with the eagerness to live new experiences and to continue to cultivate the bonds of friendship created through the years ... as I do. Love, Margherita |
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OwlSA Member Rara Avis
since 2005-11-07
Posts 9347Durban, South Africa |
I thought I had replied to this, and in enjoying it again, I discovered that I hadn't. What a beautiful Ruth-send-off your friend received! You are such a kind and compassionate person. How blessed your friend was to have you as a colleague. Like you, Ruth, I will have to work until I drop very dead! Smiles. Owl |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Margherita: I love your response and your attitude! Thank you very much!Owl: Then we'll keep working together, dear lady. *S* Thank you so much!! |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
What a lovely wish for someone who goes through the door of the unknown and I am sure with some trepidation. I wish someone would guide back through that door, as I had more time to get things done with I worked! Beautifully done, with a typical Suthern heart showing. |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Thank you, Mysteria! I appreciate your response very much! |
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