A Lonely Road

The memories are heavy in my mind
       but still I carry this load.
Slowly I try to find the pieces
       but they were lost down that deserted road.

I've been traveling for awhile now
       and not once looked back over my shoulder.
Somehow I've managed to stay well
       rested as the days get colder.

I notice signs along the way
       and try to decipher the code.
It's getting lonely on this highway
       and I cross a railroad.

I made the decision and I'm sticking to it.
       Before you swallow this thought you
need to chew it.
       I'm ready for the next episode,
And my journey finally ends as I come to 
       a crossroad!
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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Fraser Avatar
October 23, 2009 at 9:34 AM
Wonderful poem Jimmy, a joy to read and many congrats for your success in Constance's contest >> James
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October 23, 2009 at 4:52 AM
Congratulations, Jimmy, on your success in Constance’s “A Walk to Remember” contest with this heartfelt poem. It's easy to see why you placed. Your poetic skills shine. Lovingly, Dane Ann
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October 18, 2009 at 12:34 PM
Congratulations on your win in the contest! ~Trudy~
George   Avatar
October 16, 2009 at 8:41 PM
Congratulations on your win, Jimmy. Lainie
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October 16, 2009 at 5:35 PM
Well done, Jimmy!! Congratulations on this win in Constance's contest! ~WEll done!~ Carrie
Brown Avatar
October 16, 2009 at 3:10 PM
Congratulations on your win in Constance's contest Jimmy. Love, Carol
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October 16, 2009 at 3:06 PM
Hi Jimmy, Congrats on your win! Love Light Truth Patty
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October 16, 2009 at 2:44 PM
Jimmy, congratulations on your success in the contest...Raul
Lacey Avatar
October 14, 2009 at 4:18 PM
life sure is interesting
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October 14, 2009 at 1:05 PM
Those crossroads have choices. I hope that you chose the right one. Keep writing. Sara
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