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My Eyes Can Still Dance

I'd like to feel free, As a bird on the wing. Join a choir and gustily sing. Read an exciting book, Without being disturbed. I could talk to myself, Without being overheard. Sit out in the garden, On an old garden swing Swinging up high, As a bird on the wing, Free as a bird, That's how I would like to be, Young and unencumbered, Not ancient like me. I am old now, Have I lost my chance? Certainly not, My EYES CAN STILL DANCE?

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Date: 8/3/2022 5:16:00 PM
Wonderful poem, Shirley. I, too, am at the stage where my eyes are about the only thing I can move without wincing! This leads me into a closer look at your work. Keep safe. Elizabeth
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Shirley Hawkins
Date: 8/3/2022 8:31:00 PM
Thank you, Elizabeth. The joys of old age. Take care. Shirley
Date: 8/2/2022 8:12:00 PM
Just GREAT! 'My eyes can still dance!' You are jumping for joy (in my mind!) Love it, Shirley. Write on! :) gw
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Shirley Hawkins
Date: 8/3/2022 3:46:00 PM
Thank you, Gershon
Date: 8/2/2022 11:19:00 AM
My first German girlfriend had eyes that danced when she was happy! What a lovely sight to behold! Aloha!
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Shirley Hawkins
Date: 8/3/2022 3:49:00 PM
G'day, Rico, There is nothing fake about dancing eyes.
Date: 8/2/2022 9:20:00 AM
Love this Shirley. love your spirit and your resolve. God bless you...
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Shirley Hawkins
Date: 8/3/2022 3:52:00 PM
Thank you for your lovely comment and your blessing. God bless you.
Date: 8/2/2022 12:10:00 AM
Truly Beautiful Shirley! Debx
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Shirley Hawkins
Date: 8/3/2022 3:54:00 PM
Aw! thank you, Deb! ShirleyXX

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