Punching In (Inspired By Michael)

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Mysteria

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since 2001-03-07

Posts 18328
British Columbia, Canada

0 posted 2006-02-13 10:20 PM

I could never begin to write like "Michael" but have found that he can always inspire me to try to write a little something

even if I don't always post it. This is in response to his poem called, "Punching Out" and can be found here:
"Punching Out" by Michael

Feet scorched by this life’s pavement
On a path to earn our daily bread,
Minds overgrow in greed, and self-loathing,
Smothering our dreams in total dread.

Each day we all punch in and out
Just to prove we’re alive, and doing well,
While our spirit simply crumbles away
Getting us even closer to eternal hell.

There has to be more to this life
Than existing just for one’s own sake?
Buying fancy clothes, and fancy cars,
Spending every single dollar that we make?

Debt has become our squalid timekeeper
Tracking every second passed in glee.
We work and work to save our face,
Paying those bills stacked by you and me.

What has happened to the life’s balance?
It’s all work, and hardly any play.
Punching in and out every single day
To keep up with bills we need to pay.

When you punch in, give it some thought.
Hurricanes have shown we could live without.
Cut up those credit cards, try and downsize.
Live, love, laugh, that's what life’s about!

~*~

Even while we speak, envious time has passed: pluck the day,
putting as little trust as possible in tomorrow!
~* Horace *~

Carpe Diem'

iliana
Member Patricius

since 2003-12-05

Posts 13434
USA

1 posted 2006-02-13 10:26 PM

I punched out and did not punch back in, Sharon! Did it about 3 years ago and have never regretted it. Don't eat out much now and don't have a fancy car, but I would not trade one moment that I've had! Much enjoyed your perspective!

....jo

The Lady
Member Rara Avis

since 2005-12-26

Posts 7634
The Southwest

2 posted 2006-02-13 10:56 PM

I punched out for good three months ago Sharon and I'm beginning to remember who I am. Inspiring poem. Thank you!

Mysteria

Member Laureate

since 2001-03-07

Posts 18328
British Columbia, Canada

3 posted 2006-02-13 11:15 PM

Ladies, I too punched out a long, long time ago and found how wonderful it felt to give rather than receive. That goes for all things!

Happy Valentine's Day

Martie

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since 1999-09-21

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California

4 posted 2006-02-13 11:55 PM

Good one, Sharon, with lots of meaning!!

Mysteria

Member Laureate

since 2001-03-07

Posts 18328
British Columbia, Canada

5 posted 2006-02-14 12:43 PM

Thank you Martie, isn't it the truth? Since those hurricanes I personally have just learned less is more, as it is only temporary.

Happy Valentine's Day to you and Taylor.

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