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Grieving Thoughts

Grieving thoughts, the places they go
What if the body, really does have a soul?
What if there is no heaven or no hell?
Why were we here for such a short spell?
Why isn't life fair? Why do we have emotions?
Why do some people care, while some have no devotions?

If tomorrow was to be, your last day and you knew it.
How would you spend your day?
Saying goodbye to those you love
Or just let it come it's way?
Perhaps vanity, would make an appearance
As you think of your legacy.
How far have you come?
How much good have you done?
Will it alter your eternity?

It would be too late, to have regrets
Although, we'd have some, I would bet.
I'm sure some would cry, those fearing to die
Convincing themselves, it was their best try.
The godless would play. The God fearing would pray. 
What would you do, if it was your last day?

I'd like to think, it would be a good day
I'd walk down to the spring, watch the animals play.
Let the mist from the water, cool my face
Spend one last day with nature's grace.
My life has been spent learning lots of new things
Trying hard not think, what tomorrow might bring.
Grieving thoughts, the places they go
Searching for answers, for things I don't know.



    by Daniel Turner

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Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 9/19/2017 11:39:00 AM

Hello Tim, How are you doing? Did something happen? You sound so sad. I hope that you are not sick. Speak to me. This poem asks a lot of questions that no one can answer. Have a nice day my friend.

Dave Timperley

Date: 9/19/2017 7:24:00 AM

Grieve not on the last day for the best is yet to come. You have not responded in your usual manner Daniel and that gives us all here on the soup, concern. God Bless. D.

Hannah Borke

Date: 9/18/2017 8:58:00 AM

Let us know that you're okay

Charlie Smith

Date: 9/7/2017 7:43:00 PM

I miss you little buddy, hope you're back real soon...

Aqua Marine

Date: 9/6/2017 4:01:00 PM

Hi Daniel, how are you doing? So sorry you are suffering so much, ...we ask questions because we are human- I dont think animals ask or think about spiritual thiings, like why we are here, or what is our future... I was asking those questions as a young girl, life was difficult. I hope you are feeling calmer,? Best wishes, and carry on writing! :-)

Supraja Kannan

Date: 8/31/2017 9:38:00 PM

How are you? Missing your poems... Hope you are well...

Joanna Daniel

Date: 8/30/2017 6:43:00 AM

Hellooo....

Pandita Sietesantos

Date: 8/27/2017 11:11:00 AM

Hi Daniel, just stopping by to check on you and hope you are doing well, my friend. This is such a most thought-provoking piece that you have penned. Particularly at this stage of my life, I can identify with the message of this very deep write as I am trying to come to grips with these very powerful philosophical questions you pose. Honestly, I often draw a blank, but at the same time, I try to be positive, happy, and live life to the fullest. Best regards and hugs. Pandita

Dean Wood

Date: 8/26/2017 11:27:00 PM

Daniel, Wouldn't it be fun to just sit for morning next to your spring and talk about this. I don't wonder anymore. Hope you're doing well friend. -- Dean

Jean Murray

Date: 8/23/2017 4:58:00 PM

My Daddy used to say "You are only young twice!" I just try to make the most of every day that comes along Daniel. Eight years ago my cardiologist told me I had four years to live. So far, so good.

Silent One

Date: 8/21/2017 11:23:00 AM

Do we ever stop, or just learn to live with it? A deep emotive write my friend..

Joanna Daniel

Date: 8/21/2017 9:35:00 AM

Hi Danny, hope you're doing well...long time, friend??

Lynn Marie

Date: 8/19/2017 1:58:00 AM

smiles and love, DT:)

Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 8/17/2017 8:42:00 PM

Wow! That is a powerful written poem. I have no clue what i would do if i knew it was my last day. I would have to go into deep thought for that answer. have a good evening my friend.

Harry Horsman

Date: 8/16/2017 3:28:00 PM

Philosopher personified, wonderful poet

Supraja Kannan

Date: 8/16/2017 7:56:00 AM

How are you? Hope everything is fine...

Freddie Robinson Jr.

Date: 8/15/2017 10:22:00 AM

Great existential poetry, Daniel! Searching for the deep answers of cosmic truth is what makes life worth living. Me, last day? Mmm ... pray, meditate. Listen to some quiet peaceful music like "Fallen" by Bombay Dub Orchestra or "Peace of Mind" by Jerald Daemyon. Good spiritual vibrations this poem elicits. Pure thought provoking poetry. Love and peace, my friend.

Ralph Sergi

Date: 8/14/2017 11:23:00 AM

HI Daniel: To question your role in life is to live another day to question again. Then maybe you will meet someone who can give you the answer. Great Write!

Nette Onclaud

Date: 8/13/2017 1:09:00 PM

a deep reflection from the soul, daniel.. very intriguing and though-provoking... glad you're around again... how are you?,, huggs

Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 8/12/2017 8:17:00 PM

Wow! All these questions you ask and no answers. Daniel no one has these questions. if we did we would know the answers. have a great evening my friend.

Phyllis Babcock

Date: 8/11/2017 12:42:00 PM

Questions we have asked ourselves. Just trust the God always has our back and let our worries go to him. Love the poem. love phyl

Akkina Downing

Date: 8/10/2017 8:08:00 PM

So much we don't know, yet we have hopes. Danny I wish I can give you a big hug. And you've written this one for many to ponder deep. I love you my dear friend. Keep strong. xoxo, Kina

Carole Duet

Date: 8/10/2017 3:41:00 AM

Awesome, awesome write Danny. Questions only the Holy Spirit within you can answer. Just listen. All we can do is love God enough to trust Him and our neighbor enough to forgive him. Other than that, we should enjoy our last day however makes us feel the most at peace.