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I Ain't Done Yet

What does it feel like to no longer exist Does memory linger on, will our soul be missed Do minds still function though our bodies are dust Answers to these queries I'll find out I trust Could be tomorrow, it could be today Here's the bottom line, I don't have much say Hope I'm around for few years to come Hate to succumb if my life here's not done Haven't seen Hawaii or the Taj Mahal Cruised the Danube, seen China's Great Wall The Eiffel Tower is still on my list Ireland's blarney stone I haven't yet kissed Hate to miss a trip to the land down under The Statue of Liberty one of the world's wonders Seems like I should stick around for a while Haven't had the thrill of feeding the crocodiles Perhaps I'll forgo the crocodile thing There's a chance it will hasten my very last fling So all in all, I'll be around for a while Missed seeing these landmarks since I was a child!

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Daniel Turner

Date: 11/27/2023 12:20:00 PM

You better pack your bags and get busy, Jack. The world is changing fast and those things may not be around to see any longer:) A lighthearted enjoyable read.

Jack Ellison
Date: 11/27/2023 2:35:00 PM

Makes a lot of sense! BTW are there safe places anymore? The world's gong nutso!!! Have a good evening my friend!

John Lawless

Date: 11/27/2023 6:08:00 AM

...just don't sign the waiver form Jack...

Jack Ellison
Date: 11/27/2023 6:11:00 AM

Big chuckle... I promise!

Tom Cunningham

Date: 11/27/2023 6:02:00 AM

Hang in there Jack, remember your contract has many years left you don't want lawyers banging your door. Tom PS, been to the top of the Eiffel twr and many years ago kissed the Blarney stone, my wife often tells me to put a sock in it lol

Jack Ellison
Date: 11/27/2023 6:09:00 AM

"tells me to put a sock in it" love it! Have a special good day of recovery! Cheers from Canada !!!

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 11/27/2023 5:47:00 AM

Such an uplifting poem filled with hope in wanting to experience the Eiffel Tower, Blarney Stone, etc. I'd still love to visit Australia and spend a night in a German castle. Your spirit of life is so inspirational. I thoroughly enjoyed this delightful read. Have a great day, Sara

Jack Ellison
Date: 11/27/2023 6:05:00 AM

Haven't seen many of these except on TV programs! They are delightful descriptions and possibly the only way we could ever see them all in a lifetime! Australia has always held a special place in my heart... xxx

Daniel Henry Rodgers

Date: 11/27/2023 4:36:00 AM

Jack, your poem is a lively and spirited reflection on life and the desire to experience more of what the world has to offer. Your humor and vivid imagery create an engaging narrative that resonates with the reader’s sense of adventure. Well done! - Blessings, Daniel

Jack Ellison
Date: 11/27/2023 4:47:00 AM

I appreciate your fine compliments Daniel my friend! Thank you a bunch! Have a super good day!