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A Dream Reminder to Let Go and Stay on Track

In a dream, beneath Columbus' watchful gaze, Where the capitol’s dome with the blue heavens waltz, Strolling alongside the Governor, in harmonious ways, Our footsteps chanced upon the city's hidden vaults. Dusk beckoned, a murmur urging us to roam, Cleveland, my home, through the fantasy did thread, First adrift, then guided by heart back home, A train missed, the voyage's lament, a path of dread. Another locomotive, with heartbeats encased in metal's hold, My briefcase and luggage, on the platform abandoned in the frost, A conductor’s poetic words, let go of your baggage, be bold, Tales of life's loads, and the art of releasing what's lost. Halted, the train on destiny's meticulously drawn line, A voyage through life, where loss and blessing entwine, At every halt, a lesson, an opportunity to align, Where dreams and reality, over time, combine.

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Date: 3/22/2024 4:29:00 PM
Magnificent poem, Don! First Your rhyme scheme flowed so smoothly and each line was effective in moving your story forward. I loved how you used a train ride to relay your messages. I felt twinges of sadness with 'a train missed, the voyage's lament, a path of dread.' I especially liked these lines: At every halt, a lesson, an opportunity to align, Where dreams and reality, over time, combine. I enjoy your creative voice. Glad you're here on PS. Have a great evening, Sara
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Don Iannone
Date: 3/22/2024 5:17:00 PM
Hi Sara, I always appreciate your insight and emotional intelligence. The makings of a great poet you have! Thank you! Cheers, Don

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