I, a Dreamer

Giving some thought as to why write this poem
I did stall for a while then laid hesitation aside
To gaze this mirror; see what others may see
Could be therapy in an introspective way 

A badge of loyalty is worn upon this chest
Bearing a heart of gold by way of an open mind
A little impatience fuels my hands on approach
Always the optimist, as this sustains my balance

They say pretty eyes match the beautiful smile I wear
Which radiates genuinely; and is never forced 
I speak with a slight accent which I'm told is cool
Blessed with a gift; I get along with most everyone 
Yet, being as sweet as honey doesn't lessen my sting

Outgoing,  I reach out to perfect strangers with a hand
And when there's nothing to say, I don't enjoy small talk
I believe there're no short cuts in life
I remain a dreamer and still, will forever choose this stance

To see all people as one with no distinction
Just different shadings, hues and multiple flavors 
Friends enrich my life, whatever our unique circumstance 
Blessings and burdens abound and everyone has his share

~*~
For:  Kristen Bruni's "Love Me, Why?" Contest

Copyright © | Year Posted 2011



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Date: 12/4/2011 7:40:00 AM
This is good!!! I like it....No love it ! OXOX Anne-Lise
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Date: 5/8/2011 12:07:00 PM
It's a time of reflection and I reflected this morning, on the site you are the first of many I'll be reading today, it is a very good poem well done, If you have a special prayer please say one for Carolyn Devonshire, she is very sick and needs the Father's intervention, we all know it's according to His will but something like this brings people together, she has been a rock on this site, and would like to keep her around for now, Again very good. God bless
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Date: 5/2/2011 5:08:00 AM
Really love that last verse, Annalise. You do have a "cool" accent that is a delight to hear and loyalty is certainly one of your strongest points (of which you have so many). Best wishes in the contest, dear. Love, Carolyn
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Date: 4/29/2011 1:55:00 PM
Loved because you are lovable...Enjoyed reading this sure winner..Thanks for stopping by my latest work and leaving a kind review...Sara
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Date: 4/29/2011 1:50:00 PM
a great piece of wonderful and well written poetry, good luck in the contest. thank you for commenting on My Journey Home.
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Date: 4/29/2011 1:18:00 PM
Well Annalise this is a beautiful bio on u and so many more qualities u possess too my friend.. beautiful rhyme within your lines ..a great competitor for competition..good luck am sure Kristen will luv this as I do.. a joy to read your words ..happy weekend luv..
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Date: 4/28/2011 11:36:00 PM
great title, and you did marvelously expressing your inner self, Annalise. I think this will do really well. I sure hope so.
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Date: 4/28/2011 9:55:00 PM
Nice introspection and well written! Good luck in the contest. Caroline.
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