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'true Character'

We falter at times when we least expect it just like that We drop the ball we've been dribbling forever without a second thought we are faced with a dilemma no one could foresee Sometimes in those moments our true character is born ©190820121317

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Andrea Dietrich

Date: 9/4/2012 5:31:00 AM

Coming back to this one. It's outstanding!

Dan Kearley

Date: 8/23/2012 4:24:00 PM

Sometimes that's when lessons are learned.. Just sometimes.. :o)

Elizabeth Wesley

Date: 8/22/2012 7:23:00 PM

There's lil olme in that first stanza, I recognize it every time and squirm a bit. Last line is so true if we take the bull by the hornsand dosomething about ourselves. Youmanage agreat thought with so few lines Wilma. Love and hugs to you, Lizzie

Linda-Marie Sweetheart

Date: 8/22/2012 5:54:00 AM

expressed so well Wilma dear friend.. how often we dribble that illusive ball.. a wonderful write luv..

Jack Horne

Date: 8/21/2012 2:21:00 PM

yes, words of truth indeed, Wilma Hope you're having a great week lfde

Delysia Hendricks

Date: 8/20/2012 4:08:00 PM

True to your unique writing style, as ever. Profound, Homegirl. I like. :)

Nette Onclaud

Date: 8/20/2012 1:49:00 PM

such depth, wilms... our true nature shines when we are tested.... fine write!..:) huggs!

Harry Horsman

Date: 8/20/2012 5:30:00 AM

so profound Wilma, such insight to life,

Terry O'Leary

Date: 8/20/2012 2:32:00 AM

Insightful... Very nice... Terry

Delysia Hendricks

Date: 8/19/2012 2:11:00 PM

Profound, my friend, and sooooo true. Have yourself a good week ahead and don't go dropping no balls, hey? Geniet maar die nat weer. :)

Toquyen Harrell

Date: 8/19/2012 1:15:00 PM

Yes, what is inside comes out in tough times. We need to nourish our being -what is put in and what is introduced. What comes out can be great if we are full of the good stuffs. Love ya, Toquyen

Sara Kendrick

Date: 8/19/2012 12:55:00 PM

You have give us a very good picture of life..Enjoyed reading this afternoon..I hope that you are blessed with the greatest blessings from above..Thanks for stopping by my work..Your comments were uplifting..Sara

Russell Sivey

Date: 8/19/2012 11:48:00 AM

This is a true fact my friend! I believe that is when our character is developed, at least that is when it is shown! It's hards to go through these events in our lives but we must go through them at times, it's just a part of life! What a wondrous poem about just that Wilma! Great Work!!

Chris Lane

Date: 8/19/2012 11:37:00 AM

Wilma, this in incredible! These words are very powerful and true. Character is something the world could use more of in my opinion. Thanks for sharing....Have a Great Day!

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 8/19/2012 10:53:00 AM

STRONG message and so very very true, Wilma. I hate to have to arrive at these AHA moments in life. I have failed one of them for sure!! Great poem, sweetie.

Kash Poet

Date: 8/19/2012 10:19:00 AM

This is so true Wilma..I wonder why the last line of the poem is not in bold font.....kash

Mandy Tams The Golden Girl

Date: 8/19/2012 10:16:00 AM

Always I think, well written Wilma xx

David Williams

Date: 8/19/2012 7:21:00 AM

Wilma it's at those times we find out true selves...have a peaceful Sunday...David

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 8/19/2012 6:17:00 AM

So true and well said Wilma !!! Very, very good. - Have a lovely Sunday and new week. - oxox // hugggs Anne-Lise :) :)

Cyndi Macmillan

Date: 8/19/2012 5:51:00 AM

Thought provoking write! You know, sometimes that ball is NOT worth the effort, sometimes its not only the wrong court, its the wrong sport all together. Strength, I think, is also shown by what we do after we realize we are human, frail and finally realize that we need help or a new direction. Loved this! Cyndi PS-- your words on my Darfur poem really moved me. Thank you for seeing my intent.

Tim Ryerson

Date: 8/19/2012 5:49:00 AM

Wonderful words of wisdom, Wilma...I can identify!...Reminds me of that quote 'no pressure, no diamonds'...have a blessed day my friend! - Tim