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What is man that he should make much of his years though they bend him like a heavy snow? - Black Elk As we look back through the prism we have built we take not of what happened before darkness ends the tale forever Catching a glimpse of almost - forgotten years which have passed quickly, waves striking an ever changing shoreline As we gaze through this prism we take note of beginnings We've learned much in the crucible of experience An uneasy time awaits us Letting the vapors of night surround us we find that shadows speak for themselves something within us still dares to ask questions with no answers

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Date: 12/14/2011 5:33:00 AM
Thank you so much for your kind comments on my writing Matthew. I wish you continued inspiration that you may always write and share your poetry with us. Love, Carol
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Date: 9/1/2011 4:03:00 PM
Really pleased to read your words today Matthew, introspective interesting inviting.. are some of my reactions..
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Date: 8/27/2011 6:01:00 PM
Profound and thought provoking expressions, Matthew
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Date: 8/27/2011 3:49:00 PM
Matthew, this is a profound write on several levels...the form you've chosen mirrors the "waves striking an ever changing shoreline", which mirrors the prism of our experience...beautifully done! Then you bring this observation to an even more profound conclusion to that "something within us still dares..." That is our shared humanity. Great poem...thank you for stopping by and commenting on mine.
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