Friends For Life

I hold three magic rocks, in my hand
Rolling them over and over and over
Leaving this reality behind, far behind

The door seems far, far away
Little steps take me to the entrance
Through it, the highway drones a lonely blur
I can look at old photographs, without blinking through tears

Friends I remember glow with fantastic colors!
Purple and peach, burgundy and blue, crimson and cream!
Laughter spills in lollipops when they see me!
I want to savor every flavor!
Show them the peace, our friendship endured!
United again, we skip across the Milky Way!
Catching up with the Comet Hale Bop!
For a fantastic ride!
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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Neshat Avatar
December 26, 2009 at 3:02 AM
Interesting poem.
Haick Avatar
November 29, 2009 at 10:26 PM
I love the sweet imagery in the wonderful piece, James. I'm going to try soup mail again-see if it works today. Have a good week! Incidentally, congratulations on your win in the contest! Peace and love, Audrey
Freeman Avatar
November 25, 2009 at 9:03 PM
A belated congrats. James. Awesome poem, Sincerely, Moses
Fraser Avatar
November 25, 2009 at 11:10 AM
Congratulations James on your win in Constance's excellent contest >> James
Peranteau Avatar
November 24, 2009 at 5:12 PM
This is what friendship ,..lasting friendship brings about ! I loved it Mr. Goff ! james
Johnson Avatar
November 23, 2009 at 12:16 PM
A lovely trip to the past. Congratulations on your win. Love, Joyce
Richards Avatar
November 23, 2009 at 7:52 AM
I love this touching poem! Congratulations James...well deserving this win! ~ Love, Carrie
Guzzi Avatar
November 23, 2009 at 6:20 AM
Congrads Jimbo on you well deserved win! LighT & Love
Sweetheart Avatar
November 22, 2009 at 9:18 PM
Congrats, Jim, on your winning poem in the Magical Journey contest... well deserved win for a wonderful write.. happy to be sharing the same stage with u as honorable mention ... luv .. Linda-Marie, P.E.P.S. "Sweetheart"
Arteaga Avatar
November 22, 2009 at 8:49 PM
hmmm color and flavors and such sites you write! congratulations on your placement!
Segal Avatar
November 22, 2009 at 6:20 AM
Great poem, wish you luck! James, is my sons name! Jimbo, Jimmy James, I live in Spain and he in England, when ever you say jimbo, or jimmy, It tickles me pink!! I miss him! Thank you for your kind comments, love Simone
Kendrick Avatar
November 21, 2009 at 4:46 PM
Interesting write for the contest at hand. Keep the creative pen flowing. Sara
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November 21, 2009 at 8:11 AM
You certainly made good use of your three magic rocks, Jimmy! Very creative approach to the contest and I wish you well. Love, Carolyn
Smith-Johnsen Avatar
November 21, 2009 at 12:47 AM
This contest was a great idea! And your entry is delightful. You did enter didn't you? Smiling with love and friendship, my fellow poet. Lovingly, Dane
George   Avatar
November 20, 2009 at 1:46 PM
Wow! Jim. What a trip. Thank you for sharing. A winner for sure. Love, Lainie
Sweetheart Avatar
November 20, 2009 at 10:55 AM
Absolutely beautiful, Jimbo, and good luck in the contest... this is a wonderful visual poem and very uplifting and energizing... thankxxx for your blog comment too.. Dane Ann is a wonder woman... so special indeed... luv.. Linda-Marie, P.E.P.S. "Sweetheart"
Owens Avatar
November 18, 2009 at 10:27 PM
Very nice poem...enjoyed reading tonight...Marty
Guzzi Avatar
November 16, 2009 at 4:22 PM
wow just like the yellow brick road..your own OZ. Light & Love (do I have Concrete from you yet?)
Golden Avatar
November 16, 2009 at 3:17 AM
This is a fantastic, sweet tale that you've concocted! Best of luck in the contest! Hugs, Donna
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November 16, 2009 at 2:59 AM
I love the beginning of this poem. Without the belief in magic (miracles) where would our lives be. Excellent write and thanks for the trip away from reality. Congratulations on having it featured this week. A. W. Nutter www.freewebs.com/abcedit
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November 15, 2009 at 8:33 AM
I love...love this beautiful world you take me to. When I go through albums ...old pictures of past times with my friends...my mind journeys to those times and those places...a nice escape to the past. Best wishes in the contest with this winning poem! ~ Carrie
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November 14, 2009 at 9:25 PM
You are a friend for life Jim.. lets go on a fantastic friendship ride--beautiful your heart is--Charma
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November 14, 2009 at 8:44 PM
Beautiful memories of childhood, James. Good luck in the contest. Love, Iolanda
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