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The Horse's Mouth (For Debbie, Alec & John)

The Horse's Mouth Sadly missed fortunes and loves of the past ... Does the future reflect only shadows thus cast? Will the quest for love's song, so hard and so long, end before chasms so vast? Or does it reveal paths lost, too elusive to grasp, to light the way at last? Well said by John L. to go forward is Hell when direction may not be so certain. But straight from "The Horse's Mouth" comes a sober reflection: We have to know when we succeed ... and when we fail ... and the reason why! For after all, surrender we must to follow our hearts, or we won't be happy when we ... Dedicated to Alec G., John L. and especially Debbie D. for their love and inspiration!

Copyright © | Year Posted 2010




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Date: 8/28/2010 9:31:00 PM
Very intriguing, Tom. It is hard to move forward when you're unsure which direction to take. I'm glad your friends gave you inspiration! Love, Carolyn
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Date: 8/28/2010 4:33:00 PM
Effective and creative write Thomas.. enjoyed and luv your title too.. have a happy weekend..with luv..
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Date: 8/28/2010 2:26:00 PM
yes the refllection says it, it's self, nice with a harsh thought,..LeeAnn
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