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Peripheral Vision (Something serious for a change)
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Peripheral Vision (Something serious for a change) |
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LngJhnAg Member Elite
since 1999-07-23
Posts 3508Boot+Kitty=Poetry in motion 
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Some people choose their path as though They’ve been denied peripheral vision. They only see what they choose to believe, And believe no harm has arisen. They refuse to see the edge they are at, Choosing to believe no loss can beset them. The harm they’ve caused awakens the loss, And narrows the margin between love and threaten. When confronted with words of another’s loss, For the same reasons they choose to pursue. Their fateful decisions lack the peripheral vision, That would save them from what must ensue. If you’ve failed to see where your path leads, Take a long look to your left and your right. If the edge is there, take a moment to care, And then begin using your peripheral sight. |
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Alicat Member Elite
since 1999-05-23
Posts 4094Coastal Texas |
Very insightful with some darn good advice. Another slant on this I found in the Dark Forums, which I think you might like. /pip/Forum84/HTML/000398.html by Dr Gonzo Very much enjoyed, Alicat |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
Hey LJ... I'm familiar with that edge and can relate very well to the wisdom offered in your words. Happiest of Holidays, m'friend.  |
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Krawdad Member Elite
since 2001-01-03
Posts 2597 |
I like it! and . . . The peripheral view seems not endowed to many who see a linear path They think their journey is the only one and others are fools not to clear the way |
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Mysteria 
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Serious suits you too and your wisdom will never cease to amaze me. Sending lots of love down to you both for the holidays Mike. |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
you know I love it when you write serious |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Really clear observation and so cleverly written! Thanks. |
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Aimster Member Elite
since 2000-02-19
Posts 4297Charlotte, NC |
serious looks good on you! this was some wonderful advice, and I love the feel and flow to this... Happy Holidays, Amy "love is like a butterfly-- |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
Oh, there he goes again...trying to touch the "ladies" here with his serious side..geesch!...is there no end to your deception? (for any of you "new" folks that don't know...I love LongJohn and Balladeer like brothers)...(in fact more, they both probably have more money than my brothers)....but teasing is good for the soul, and laughter is good for a long life, something I pray for daily now-a-days...and I'm ecstatic LJA is here for the holidays....and hope and pray Bally will keep playing till the new year...... [This message has been edited by Toerag (12-18-2003 03:53 PM).] |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Wonderful! So much enjoyed this.. I'm keeping it! Have a wonderful holiday season!  ~Let peace begin with me... |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
You know I love the smiles you pen, sailor man... but I love it even more when you show such depth... excellent write! *S* |
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Ratleader
since 2003-01-23
Posts 7026Visiting Earth on a Guest Pass |
Somebody told me I ought to take a look at your stuff -- now I see why! ~~(¸¸¸¸ºº> ~~(¸¸¸¸ºº> ~~(¸¸ ¸¸ºº> ~~~(¸¸ER¸¸ºº> |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Right you are, Toe....we've seen this act before...the crafty sailor coming across with something insightful and sentimental to woo the ladies....and then, before they know it, he's kicking their...cats. He wouldn't get away with it if he didn't do it so darn good!!  Very nice work, Mike  |
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Kit McCallum
Administrator
Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
As much as I enjoy your wonderful humorous poems, LngJhn, I am always struck by the beauty and insightful words through pieces you write such as this. Wonderful message. Merry Christmas to you!  Best wishes and hugs, /Kit |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
It does help when we don't put on blinders, doesn't it, LJA? Merry Christmas to you and yours! |
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LngJhnAg Member Elite
since 1999-07-23
Posts 3508Boot+Kitty=Poetry in motion |
Merry Christmas to all of you. May your year bring you all the peace and joy your heart desires. You'll always have a place in my heart. |
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