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Fortunate Or No

There is a time for staying put, And a time for moving on, But do many of us know which is which. I just know, When I feel the seat is too comfortable, I should move on from a group, But then again, I like to feel comfortable. When I see others succumb, And start to act dumb, Swallowed whole by the group, Their interest now invested in only the group, With all outside the group classed as them, And all inside the group the only us, Then I think I am right, And fortunate to believe there is room for you and me. But just occasionally I see someone who stuck with the group, And everyone reveres them, Be it only until the seat starts to grow cold, Along with their attitude to those not in the group, Which sets me to ponder, am I fortunate or no. With friends in more than one group, And the freedom to converse with many others in comfort, Living with you and me, Instead of them and us seems the more comfortable life, And maybe the less dangerous one. But I also believe in good and evil, Therein lies the rub, So, it is fortunate for me, that I don't go too often to the pub.

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Date: 8/3/2020 1:30:00 AM
- As life is today, I relate to small groups ... and would not go to the pub - COVID-19 rises to new heights, be careful David - A great poem :) - // Anne-Lise :)
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Date: 8/3/2020 3:25:00 AM
Have not been to pub for quite a while. and certainly not during Covid. My family would not let me even if i wanted. Have always been able to take drink or leave it. I have seen what happens to people when they become too involved with a group and lose perspective. Enjoy your week and stay safe. Appreciate your comments. Regards David

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