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Dreamtime: Caravan of Hope

The road seems endless Nighttime quickens fear Unfamiliar, a stranger In this bus The air, humid and thick With danger, angry Glances swim upstream Avoiding fallen hate At first, some were friendly As hours and days passed They disappeared, maybe Changing direction, or Means of transport, as Streetcars rattled down the Middle of the road, always Heading back to sadness Women keep their heads Cloaked tightly, not drawing Attention, counting on safety In numbers, various maladies Afflicted many, silently praying God is leading them to help At various moments, fights break Out, angry words, punches, flotsam Sometimes wildly swinging knives Clanging off the sides, a middle Peace ensues, imaginary walls Erected, unspoken truce shifts Uncomfortably The end, unknown...

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Valsa George

Date: 11/27/2021 6:03:00 AM

Here I see the metaphor for life... ! On Earth, we have a tortuous journey among hostile co travellers. There are ups and downs and potholes on the way. Those who are friendly, they get down in different stops. Often brawls break out and the road ahead may seem endless. But God helps. This hope enables us to steer through. Great write James.

James Marshall Goff
Date: 11/27/2021 8:10:00 AM

Thanks Valsa! Praise Jesus!

James Peranteau

Date: 10/16/2021 5:58:00 AM

....well, i know now that you are the gutsy fellow(az in fellow poet*sm)...perish the thought that you bustled through thuh city sir ;)....have a great season James...much love, james p.s...you had me caught up in your writes!

James Marshall Goff
Date: 11/27/2021 8:10:00 AM

Thanks James! Same to you!

Judy Ball

Date: 10/11/2021 4:22:00 PM

WoW! Sounds like the big city and public transport late at night. Scary stuff. Good job here. Great imagery . God Bless, JB

James Marshall Goff
Date: 10/11/2021 10:53:00 PM

Thanks JB!

Bj Legros Kelley

Date: 9/29/2021 6:21:00 PM

"Afflicted many, silently praying God is leading them to help.' Uplifting, thank you! This is soul stirring. It brought my mind back to the joyous days of the streetcars of San Francisco when I was little, the joy of innocent childhood, to today's sadness. There is hope past the sadness, my hope is in Jesus. His peace & love, surpasses understanding. He paid the price (if we accept). He is the way to joy, a destination at the end of sadness. Peace, joy & love for all tribes, tongues and nations!

James Marshall Goff
Date: 9/29/2021 10:18:00 PM

BJ...thank you for such an insightful comment, Praise Jesus!

Joe Maverick

Date: 9/23/2021 3:30:00 PM

All ends are unknown I guess, as there will Always be another beginning, at least if you Are in God's saving grace Jimbo..' I'm sure you Told me you didn't t mind that moniker I think That was some years ago now, as years go Anyway..' Now where was I? Oh yes new start Etc' the only place there won't be a new start Is hell I would think.? Anyway a get you thinking Piece here thanks for taking time go visit my Blog, all the best.'

James Marshall Goff
Date: 9/23/2021 8:31:00 PM

I signed off as Jimbo yrs ago, Joe, I always know a long time supporter that way, cool! Praise Jesus!

Brian Strand

Date: 9/22/2021 1:28:00 AM

Like the conversational style Jim,easy on the ear

James Marshall Goff
Date: 9/22/2021 3:06:00 AM

Thanks Brian! I always follow your theory of writing to best be read aloud...

Constance La France

Date: 9/16/2021 8:03:00 AM

James, I was on that endless road with your twisting and turning this way and that, changing, excellent writing ~ peace and tranquility _Constance

James Marshall Goff
Date: 9/16/2021 7:42:00 PM

Thank you Constance, glad you joined me! James

Wilma Neels

Date: 9/16/2021 6:17:00 AM

Hey James, hope you are doing good. Thank you for popping in on my side.. Sorry i have been so quiet.. Good to be reading you again :)

James Marshall Goff
Date: 9/16/2021 7:43:00 PM

Nice to see you Wilma, God Bless You!

Mystic Rose Rose

Date: 9/16/2021 3:37:00 AM

wow James, I have no words for this one except I felt that . Your poetry is deep and active in my mind, Thanks for being so gifted, have a precious day .

James Marshall Goff
Date: 9/16/2021 6:00:00 AM

Thank you Vie! I don't write anything, I have no idea (well, I do) what moves my hand, pushing ink across my page, I'm just grateful God Loves Me

Beryl Edmonds

Date: 9/15/2021 5:29:00 PM

When will it end, who knows. With so much evil and hatred in the world today the only thing for us is to pray for peace in the hearts of all people. A fine write James… Belle

James Marshall Goff
Date: 9/15/2021 6:17:00 PM

Yes Belle, must keep peace in our hearts to be filled with God's Grace so we can reach out in His Love

Shirley Candy

Date: 9/14/2021 4:28:00 PM

Thought provoking words you have here James. I enjoyed every line of it. ??

James Marshall Goff
Date: 9/14/2021 6:58:00 PM

Thanks Shirley, I was channeling numerous migration stories I am aware of into one stream of consciousness, glad you visited, james

Judy Ball

Date: 9/11/2021 7:11:00 AM

WoW! Life in the big city. To a country girl like me it's all the more reason to hate being surrounded by concrete even more. My husband promised me he would take me back to the country when he retired. He lied. We are still in the city. Hate it. Love the country and plan to go back. Great write. God Bless, JB

James Marshall Goff
Date: 9/11/2021 8:05:00 AM

Thanks Judy!

Jan Allison

Date: 9/10/2021 6:03:00 PM

thought provoking piece James we can only hope for a better future but seeing the news is so painful to watch:-(hugs jan xx

James Marshall Goff
Date: 9/11/2021 8:06:00 AM

Hi Jan! Thanks!

Heidi Sands

Date: 9/3/2021 8:17:00 PM

Wow James! Excellent poem :)

James Marshall Goff
Date: 9/4/2021 2:32:00 AM

Thanks Heidi!

CayCay Jennings

Date: 9/2/2021 4:17:00 PM

Your write made me pause to think and ponder because it is interesting enough to stimulate a soul-depth think. All the best ... CayCay

CayCay Jennings
Date: 9/2/2021 6:36:00 PM

I am an extremely empathetic person. Sometimes it is a blessing allowing me to show genuine and healing sympathy, and sometimes it is overwhelming emotionally, but it is always the way I was made. You, too! The world needs us and we must carry on!!!! So glad we shared a conversation - I enjoyed it.

James Marshall Goff
Date: 9/2/2021 5:42:00 PM

Yes CayCay, a stream of consciousness upon waking from a dream directly to paper, sometimes I feel others pain

Mohamed Omar

Date: 8/31/2021 11:15:00 AM

Too deep ,too beautifully composed , thanks

James Marshall Goff
Date: 8/31/2021 2:59:00 PM

Thank you Mohamed!

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 8/30/2021 1:55:00 PM

It is harder to remain hopeful with all that is going on in the world. This provides a glimmer of hope.

James Marshall Goff
Date: 8/30/2021 3:14:00 PM

Hi Richard! Hope all is well with you! I just got a knee replacement, pure agony rehab, but getting better!

Sara Kendrick

Date: 8/29/2021 3:09:00 AM

Yes, the end is always unknown but we strive to plan ahead for a known end but we can't control everything. Thank you for dropping by my page and telling me you will be praying. We are better but still very weak. We give out from just barely moving but with God's help we will make it. Sara

James Marshall Goff
Date: 8/29/2021 4:24:00 AM

Yes, God's Grace will save us Sara, nice to hear from you!

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 8/27/2021 12:38:00 PM

'The road seems endless - nighttime quickens fear ....... at various moments, fights break, at various moments angry words, punches ...... 'The end unknown' Your caravan of hope is definitely a way out, even if 'at first some were friendly,' would it last or turn to hate, like Harry, I would join you and your Caravan of Hope' Blessings, hugs Jennifer Glad to meet you James.

James Marshall Goff
Date: 8/28/2021 3:26:00 AM

You're welcome aboard, Jennifer, love your ink!

Eve Roper

Date: 8/27/2021 10:54:00 AM

James, your poem is full of awareness of what is out in the world... I worry everyday of the inhuman person that want to take what is yours even your life. Enjoyed reading, James. Thank you for stopping by and reading my work.

James Marshall Goff
Date: 8/28/2021 3:27:00 AM

Hi Eve! thanks for stopping by!

Susan Lawrence

Date: 8/19/2021 2:32:00 PM

James, Heartfelt, dark and hopeful. A mirror of the way many feel inside. Visceral fear and hopes for better days. A simple act of kindness goes a long way . A vibration of good intention can ripple through even the coldest heart. All the best to you and yours, Susan :)

James Marshall Goff
Date: 8/20/2021 4:23:00 AM

Thank you Susan!

Anitha Jayasankar

Date: 8/18/2021 1:38:00 AM

A thoughtful poem on how much we hope and long for a 'peaceful world'... so well penned James... God bless.. ~ Ani

James Marshall Goff
Date: 8/19/2021 12:23:00 PM

Thanks Ani!

Harry Horsman

Date: 8/17/2021 11:00:00 PM

A poem of 'how it is today' Yes i too join the caravan of hope.

James Marshall Goff
Date: 8/19/2021 12:23:00 PM

Thank you Harry!

Brandy Nicole

Date: 7/16/2021 7:11:00 PM

In the world, many are uncomfortable, simply waiting for calm to arrive. This is so tender and heartfelt. My best to you. ~ Brandy

James Marshall Goff
Date: 7/17/2021 7:54:00 PM

Thanks Brandy, we all suffer silently at times, if a smile or little act of kindness brings even a moment of light to a fellow traveller, it is enough...

Phyllis Babcock

Date: 7/14/2021 11:56:00 AM

A very descriptive poem on people who are looking for hope. Well said. love phyl

James Marshall Goff
Date: 7/15/2021 1:37:00 PM

Thanks Phyllis! I'm not on fb anymore due to them censoring Every...meaningful topic I was interested in...just like ccp...nice to chat here! always your friend, jim