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I Wonder What He Would Say

If a stranger came among us, I wonder what he’d say? I think a truth he’d share with me, as we strolled along the way “It’s not a message you’ll understand, at least not right away.” “It will always be here with you, although I cannot stay.” “My truth I leave with you, communing with your soul.” “Continually meaning more to you, as you age and grow old.” “Now your mind is racing, why doth it speak so bold?” “I now begin my tale of truth, more valuable than gold.” “Life as you know it, is merely a projection.” “Ego concoction, physical reflection.” “Reality is merely the Soul’s correction.” “Revealing to each of you, the ego’s deception.” “Have you not heard, better to give than to receive?” “While dominated by ego, that’s hard to believe.” “When all you do, is think of self, your easy to deceive.” “Some of you are not that way, you warrant a reprieve.” “Here’s some examples, just a quick start.” “Of how one might feel, when giving from the heart.” “Not to imply that you’re not very smart.” “But this is really an important part.” “It doesn’t have to be a present, it might just be a smile.” “For many older in this world, it might have been a while.” “Or even just a ding-a ling, pick up the phone and dial.” “It’s not as if, it’s troublesome, like having to walk a mile.” “Go and visit, see them face to face.” “Give a small gift, chocolates or lace.” “Watch the smile appear, then share an embrace.” “These top receiving, I rest my case.” “We’re taught throughout life, to see is to believe.” “We must ask and believe and then we receive.” “It’s your choice, if you just want to see.” “Having it seems better, at least to me.” “Now where shall I start as we head down this road.” “The first thing we do, is change to slow mode.” “Most travel too fast and carry such a load.” “There’s no smelling the roses, they're more likely to implode.” “Slow down your pace, so life you can embrace.” “There is time for everything, it has it’s time and place.” “Embellish each moment, keep an even pace.” “Let them blossom slowly, like a smile upon one’s face.” “Each day, an adventure, new places and things to see.” “Think about the things you want, and who you want to be.” “Engage your soul in living life, let yourself be free.” “Say to all I’ll do my best, to be the authentic me.”

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Date: 10/9/2022 12:20:00 PM
Love your inspired message here, Bill: Generosity is the most rewarding to the giver . It is the most feel good thing you can do. Keep on sharing your inspiring work. SuZ
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Bill Baker
Date: 10/9/2022 1:51:00 PM
Thank you, my friend, for the encouraging comments on my poetry. I appreciate your visits, SuZ. Bill
Date: 10/9/2022 9:08:00 AM
Reminds me of old church song from my childhood, "Have you done any good in this world today" I sure do hope I do at least THAT. There are many small ways we can cause good ripples in the world instead of bad ones. An inspiring poem, Bill.
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Date: 10/9/2022 11:11:00 AM
Thanks, Andrea. I can assure you, your presence here on the soup is making many good ripples, everyday my friend. Sometimes we just try to hard. It's all good when it's coming from the heart. The thrill is in the chill ... chilling out is what it's all about. Be groovy, drink a smoothy. :-) Happy trails to you until we meet again! Bill ... like they say, don't get me started :-)
Date: 10/8/2022 10:46:00 PM
“Slow down your pace, so life you can embrace.” “There is time for everything, it has it’s time and place.”..... We are all in hectic hurry and we run after something, never caring to slow down or stop where there is so much to see and enjoy. The whole journey here with you has been a learning experience with beautiful gems of thought. Thank you Bill for sharing these nuggets of wisdom.
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Date: 10/9/2022 12:29:00 AM
I'm humbled by your mindful words, my dear friend. Thank you for the encouragement. Love and blessings, Bill
Date: 10/8/2022 8:56:00 AM
A poem straight from the heart of a good wise man….that is you Mr Bill Baker!! Lovely….Debx
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Date: 10/8/2022 2:16:00 PM
Thank you my Aussie friend. :-) Have a great weekend! Bill
Date: 10/8/2022 7:55:00 AM
My friend Bill, your poem has really captivated me. It demonstrates both inventiveness and expressiveness. Again, tastefully built with tremendous understanding from the individual who discovered the road. The conclusion with wisdom and inspiration is my favorite part. These precious gems are a personal fave of mine.
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Date: 10/8/2022 8:26:00 AM
Thank you, my friend, for taking the time to think through a poem and see that many times they're layers in meaning in a poem. I appreciate your time and the thoughtfulness of your comments. Thank you for the FAV also, Lasaad. A fellow poet, Bill
Date: 10/8/2022 5:30:00 AM
Words of inspiration and wisdom throughout, Bill. A FAVE from me for these precious nuggets.
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Date: 10/8/2022 8:28:00 AM
Thank you, Vijay, for the comment and the FAV, my friend. I hope your weekend is going well. Bill
Date: 10/8/2022 3:23:00 AM
Smoothly crafted with great wisdom from the stranger who came upon the way. The final stanza is my favorite although I can't become that person unless I do what the previous stanza says--slowing my pace and putting ego aside. Thanks for the soft words of enlightenment.
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Date: 10/8/2022 1:38:00 AM
Wisdom oozing from every line, beautiful!
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Bill Baker
Date: 10/18/2022 3:01:00 PM
Thank you, my mindful friend. Bill
Date: 10/7/2022 6:18:00 PM
Bill such lovely caring thoughts put into Poetry... This one is one we should all live and do. A favorite my friend... Well written Bill...
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Date: 10/22/2022 3:13:00 PM
Sorry, Michael, I missed your comment and didn't reply. Yhank you for reading, commenting and also for the FAV, my friend. Made my day! Bill
Date: 10/7/2022 3:32:00 PM
Hello Bill my poet friend. I like the two last making it my favourite. Your poet friend, Darlene
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Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 10/8/2022 11:24:00 AM
Hello Bill my poet friend.I will. You have a great day to my poet friend. Darlene
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Bill Baker
Date: 10/7/2022 3:55:00 PM
Thank you my poet friend, Darlene. :-) First comment for this one, and a FAV, Yeah! Have a great day! Hugs, Bill

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