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Cautious Walker

Steps leading 
down 
      to a steep ravine
        one path to 
take
The cautious walker
     moves slowly 
measuring every step
     Let's not laugh too 
hard at him
     He may look frazzled 
but he has guts
   If he is careful 
He will reach the stream
      This stream 
flows through the canyon
      leaving small creatures in 
   its wake 
The light from above
    shines down on 
  the ravine
Careful, man careful
   The dangers are real 
    The time is very short 
You'll reach your goal 
    and see life from the 
other side
If you move carefully 
and do not falter   
with your steps

Copyright © | Year Posted 2009




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Date: 6/8/2010 8:27:00 PM
I think this is quite profound in its simplicity and I love this kind of writing from you. LUv, andrea
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Date: 3/22/2009 10:20:00 AM
This can have multiple meanings depending on the view. Gives the reader something to ponder. Simple, yet profound--a art for anyone to accomplish. Good job. Thank you for the kind thoughts on my poem. Have a nice day! Karen
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Date: 3/22/2009 8:25:00 AM
Knowing you Matthew I am not sure what you have in mind here. But I share the adventure of your writing and your always enchanting imagination, too. While I always enjoy the excellent read. Love, Shar
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Date: 3/22/2009 4:07:00 AM
I don't think I could be a walker in a canyon, careful or not! A fine treatment of the benefits of caution... Best wishes, Keith
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Date: 3/21/2009 11:27:00 PM
See your soup mail, Matthew.
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Date: 3/21/2009 8:53:00 PM
What an awesome image of a man approaching the afterlife! This is definitely one for my favorites.
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