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A Reflection of Me

I happened to see
   a reflection of me
in one of my sons
   in something he's done

Was I too so naïve?
   Does he really believe
he can change the whole world
   if he rolls up his sleeves

I yearned to tell him
   not to spend his time...
Then held my fool tongue
   ~ Let him cross his own Rhine

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Caren Krutsinger

Date: 11/18/2019 4:56:00 AM

I rarely see myself in any of my three, except for the TYPE A that clearly resonates from all of them. No advice from me is ever welcomed, so I think you are wise.

Gershon Wolf
Date: 11/18/2019 1:45:00 PM

Now, that was an unusual comment --- 'No advice from me is ever welcomed.' Spoken like a true mother and grandmother. ~ Wise old hoot

Jenish Somadas

Date: 11/18/2019 12:13:00 AM

lol.. You did the right thing.. ##~ Let him cross his own Rhine## The cycle will continue.. The cells remember.. The reflections reflect...

Gershon Wolf
Date: 11/18/2019 1:44:00 PM

What a profound comment, Jenish! -- 'The cells remember..' Thank you SO much for the insight. Best wishes, Gershon

Sandra Adams

Date: 11/17/2019 5:13:00 PM

i love when you see yourself in your children's acts of kindness or determination... good write Gershon, sounds like you did good :) hugs

Gershon Wolf
Date: 11/17/2019 5:48:00 PM

Very kind of YOU to say, my friend. Thank you so much. Cheers, Gershon