Find the Inner Child

Has the little girl been lost?
The one who was left behind
Who saw the world through naive eyes
Who had only the simplest things in mind
And desired only love and affection
From those who could not seem to give it

Where is that child today?
That girl who so often dreamed
Of gallant princes on white stallions
Of castles on distant hills that gleamed
Who wished for that one great love
To come and sweep her off her feet

Is she gone forever?
The tender heart that became tough
She believed that things would turn out okay
She just needed to pray hard enough
Then she would be (and do) the right thing
Instead of making more mistakes

Do you think if I found that child
That I could go back to the long-ago time
To the innocent spirit that saw truth
To the hopeful soul and purest mind
That knew someday all would be well
And believed God had a plan
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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May 24, 2009 at 7:07 PM
Beautiful......another great poem -Jessica
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May 12, 2009 at 11:20 PM
Donna,..I loved every stanza in this great poem,..yet that last stanza, choked me,..yes God has a plan for you alright !,...to live forever! And I hope you write forever your clever words ! TY for this one.....james
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February 28, 2009 at 10:49 AM
Donna, I think the inner child is still there, she just needs a little motivation. And my "child" has received it from your great poem. Surely, God has a plan; sometimes we just don't understand it. Wonderful poetry again from the Golden Girl. Love, Carolyn
Anish Avatar
February 24, 2009 at 1:48 PM
Hard to keep youthful innocence but I wish you luck with your efforts. Intriguing work. Thank you for your kind words
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February 22, 2009 at 10:17 AM
Its funny...Id actually been trying to piece together an idea for a poem similar in theme. I envisioned that meeting between the two souls old and young being awkward. Like two strangers looking at one another with a surreal fascination with their striking similarities, and stark differences. This is an outstanding write!! Much love, Steve
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February 22, 2009 at 5:14 AM
Not sure we can ever go back, but go forward believing there is a reason for everything. A new dream, a new faith, in this journey that seems to be one surprise after another. A thought provoking write each reader can relate to in their own way. Well done! Love, Shar
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February 22, 2009 at 12:39 AM
A wistful write Donna.Rgds Brian & thanks for your welcome comments
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February 21, 2009 at 3:11 PM
Well done, Donna. This is one that touches all of us in one way or another....the world of innocence ...sometimes gets lost in adulthood when reality kicks in. Those childhood dreams often aren't ours to be. Reminds me of when I wrote the poem "Batman"...a different look, yet the same theme. ~ love, Carrie
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