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Four men in a boat, afloat in the ocean. The winds are still, the sails have no motion. The Optimist waits for the winds with great anticipation. The Pessimist shakes his head and curses in quite desperation. The Fatalist begins to cry and screams, "We're going to die! The Realist lets out a Rebel Yell, takes a drink of whiskey and calmly adjusts the sails!

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Date: 6/3/2025 2:41:00 AM
Thanks for sharing this... exposing your thoughts through your unique poetic style. Welcome to Poetry Soup. I welcome you with the love of the Lord, expressed by John 3:16 of the Bible, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." Be blessed.
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