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The Path |
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MARK V SHELDON Member Elite
since 2001-06-21
Posts 3015In a corporeal internship... |
We chose the path less traveled on; The aftermath may never be gone... The route we took Veered far away Like a good book Or music well played... But then we didn't know If or when we'd reap what we'd sow... The trail taken Led to a fork in the road Were we mistaken? Only the future will show... Some of the clues we sought, We obtained; At the time we hadn't thought That ours remained... Moments of history return Showing how much is left to learn Pitfalls revealed Looking back upon the path. A tempting detour Beguiled us away with its allure This pathway of intrigue Led us to a place never meant to be seen. Therefore we became too enthralled To hear Destiny when it had called We had swapped common sense for adrenaline Forever there and then Once more back again... A word of wisdom, One that all should know: Beware of short-cuts; They may not be so... The obvious evades us while we, Held captive, follow blindly A course that emphatically Teaches us quite differently. Patterns reflect themselves upon Memory when the song's been sung Leaving behind desire to change some of those Moments of history return Showing how much is left to learn Pitfalls revealed Looking back upon the path. (Copyright 1991 by: MARK V SHELDON) "If you think you know it all, you have a lot to learn." |
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Cpat Hair
since 2001-06-05
Posts 11793 |
forked paths and decisions..such quandaries at times..and hindsight is always so illuminating.. Good thoughts here...and a journey we can all relate to |
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SEA 
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Member Seraphic
since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
relating very well today.........I really like the way you write  |
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MARK V SHELDON Member Elite
since 2001-06-21
Posts 3015In a corporeal internship... |
Thanks for the thoughts, Ron. Indeed -- so many paths of possibilities... It is important to question everything, but equally, to maintain a perspective of no regrets... Thank you so much SEA for your enjoyment. I'm glad you can find things here to which you can relate... -MVS "If you think you know it all, you have a lot to learn." |
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catalinamoon
since 2000-06-03
Posts 9543The Shores of Alone |
The worst part I think, is not knowing what would have been if you had not taken the wrong path at some point. Another philosophical question with no answer. It's too easy to be led down the wrong one, isn't it? But by looking back, maybe we learn at least to be more particular about which way we walk. Great stuff, as always. Sandra |
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MARK V SHELDON Member Elite
since 2001-06-21
Posts 3015In a corporeal internship... |
Thank you for the encouraging words, Sandra. I've come to the conclusion that the heart should steer and the mind should keep checking the rear-view mirror (unless, of course, you follow the "Italian School Of Driving" which states that what's behind you doesn't matter...). As long as we learn from our "mistakes", then can there truly be any? -MVS "If you think you know it all, you have a lot to learn." |
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athena4 Senior Member
since 2000-12-10
Posts 622 |
Mark, This write captures the old adage of "if I'd only known then what I know now". We can't go back and transform the past, but hopefully along the way we have gathered up some sage and sometimes painful lessons. There is still much road up ahead, and more journeys to embrace with new found hope. Thanks for making us all see that we are not alone on that unpredictable and sometimes fickle path. Happier trails await! Elise |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
It seems you've learned a lot, following your many roads. A good read. Thank you! |
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MARK V SHELDON Member Elite
since 2001-06-21
Posts 3015In a corporeal internship... |
Elise, you are right -- "what if?" It's all about perspective, attitude, and wisdom. Afterall, it's not the spoon that bends... Thanks for reading and sharing your thoughts. -MVS "If you think you know it all, you have a lot to learn." |
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MARK V SHELDON Member Elite
since 2001-06-21
Posts 3015In a corporeal internship... |
It's been a concious quest of mine from an early age, Sunshine, to learn from my mistakes, live a life of no regrets, and know myself. A long and winding path, to be sure, but worth every turn, I might add... Thank you for reading and replying. -MVS "If you think you know it all, you have a lot to learn." |
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Logan Senior Member
since 2001-05-28
Posts 1641Arkansas |
Very well said, Mark, as often we can look back at crossroads that were there, and wonder what would we be like if we had taken the other pathway..nice write, my friend |
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MARK V SHELDON Member Elite
since 2001-06-21
Posts 3015In a corporeal internship... |
Logan, thank you, Sir, for your time and thoughts. -MVS "If you think you know it all, you have a lot to learn." |
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