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Drop of Destiny

A thousand drops approach the fold. Their mission, moisten, grains all whole. To be lost when kneaded, tossed, or rolled. Or mixed within the mixing bowl For a lonesome drop, all hope depletes. For surely will never be found. This drop that missed its mark complete, and splashed upon the ground. To evaporate by afternoon For the summer's call is warm Sent drifting toward a midday moon Soon to be one with the storm It sees no point in constant whining over what may lie below For in clouds it's found a silver lining and is proud to be H2O On a journey of falling, then drifting away Spanning the world entire A distant thought, that fateful day When measured and destined for fire As summer rain, or autumn sleet A drift of arctic snow The ups and the downs do tend to repeat But It's better than being the dough!

Copyright © | Year Posted 2005




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Date: 2/28/2011 9:19:00 PM
I agree it is better than being a dough. Many congrats Joe.
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Date: 2/28/2011 6:00:00 PM
Congrad's on your win ! Light & Love
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Date: 2/28/2011 12:01:00 PM
This appealed to me very much. I've thought the same way sometimes. That poor little last drop or grain or berry that was wasted after all of its efforts to be needed. Fun contest. Congratulations. I enjoyed judging. Love, Joyce
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Date: 2/28/2011 11:01:00 AM
Congrats on a well deserved win, Joe. Nice going. Ralph
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Date: 2/28/2011 10:32:00 AM
A big congratulations on your win Joe. I also believe it is one of your best poems. Love, Carol
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Date: 2/28/2011 9:26:00 AM
I really enjoyed where you took this "drop", Joe-- super congrats on your very unique entry :) Way to go on your wonderful win :)
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Date: 2/28/2011 6:34:00 AM
Congrats Joe on your awesome win in Joyce's contest with this unique write my friend.. enjoy with luv.. luv sharing the winners podium with one of the best ...
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Date: 2/28/2011 5:00:00 AM
delighted to see you in the winners' list, joe.. CHEERS :) hugggs..
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Date: 2/27/2011 11:23:00 PM
what a cool last sentence, it's better than being the dough! Just be oneself, a little drop of H2O, how unique this is. GREAT job, great win!
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Date: 12/22/2009 3:20:00 PM
Congratulations on being a first round survivor and the best to you in the finals Joe. I wish you the best in your writing endeavors in 2010 whatever they may be. Love, Carol
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Date: 12/21/2009 10:54:00 PM
Dear Joe, Congratulations on making it through the first round and best wishes on advancing to the finals. Lainie
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Date: 12/21/2009 9:12:00 AM
Congrats on your poem winning the first round of PS contest!! Very well deserved, enjoyed reading your wonderful poetry. Here’s wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!! May 2010 be your best year ever! Love Light Patty
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Date: 12/20/2009 1:22:00 PM
Congratulations on moving to the next round with this great poem, Joe! Wishing you joy and happiness in the New Year, love, Carolyn
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Date: 12/20/2009 10:48:00 AM
Many congratulations on reaching the second round with your fine poem >> James
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Date: 12/19/2009 12:57:00 PM
Congrats on your feature write this week Joe!! Love light Patty
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Date: 12/19/2009 11:10:00 AM
Congratulations on your featured poem! Laura :)
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Date: 12/15/2009 12:40:00 PM
Many congratulations on your poetry being featured on the Soup this week >> James
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Date: 12/15/2009 2:21:00 AM
Congratulations on having your poem featured this week. A well deserving honor. A. W. Nutter www.freewebs.com/abcedit
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Date: 12/14/2009 3:38:00 PM
congrats on being featured this week
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Date: 12/14/2009 11:32:00 AM
Joe many congrats on being featured this week. Rgds Janette
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Date: 12/14/2009 8:37:00 AM
Congratulations on your poetry being featured at PoetrySoup this week Joe. May you have many more features. Love,Carol
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