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If a Stranger Came Among Us

I wonder what he’d say to me as we strolled along the way. I think a truth he’d share with me, and here’s what he might say. “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 then 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: 8/4/2023 5:06:00 AM
Wow! Thanks for sharing this... exposing your thoughts through your unique poetic style. Meanwhile, I greet 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. Thanks likewise for your uplifting comments.
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Bill Baker
Date: 8/4/2023 9:09:00 AM
Thank you, Beata for the visit and the "good news" from scripture. Praise God for the ultimate give of Love. Have a blessed day! Bill
Date: 9/5/2022 8:09:00 PM
Such beautiful and meaningful poem. Yes, there is much truth in what you have stated. Never be in a rush, walk through life in an even pace, understand that there is greater pleasure in giving than in receiving. Such things make greater sense as one grows more aged and mature. Enjoyed reading this gem of a poem, Bill
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Bill Baker
Date: 9/6/2022 2:22:00 PM
Thank you, Valsa, for reading my earlier poems and commenting. These first ones were very personal and conveyed deeper thoughts I have about life and other things. I appreciate the time you take to read my poems and encourage my writing. You are a dear friend. Blessings of bliss, Bill
Date: 1/20/2022 4:08:00 AM
Wise words, Bill, beautifully penned. Thanks for sharing!
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Date: 1/22/2022 7:26:00 AM
Thank you, Unseeking Seeker, for reading and commenting on my poetry. Have a great day! Bill
Date: 1/19/2022 10:05:00 AM
Enjoyed this thoughtful and paced write tells Us all something of ourselves and others, well Worth Stopping to have a read of this Bill.'
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Bill Baker
Date: 1/22/2022 7:25:00 AM
Thanks for stopping by Joe, and thanks for commenting on my poetry. Happy Trails, Bill
Date: 11/13/2021 2:31:00 PM
Slowing down is one of the ingredients to a mindful life--a life where the ego and the illusion of the physical world can be put aside. Freedom comes from living from the inside out, not the outside in. One of my favorite of your poems.
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Bill Baker
Date: 11/14/2021 6:12:00 AM
Thank you Sara, for your thoughts and your comments. Bill
Date: 10/30/2021 5:39:00 AM
Good one Bill….we all need to slow down and appreciate and smell them sweet roses!! Debx
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Bill Baker
Date: 11/6/2021 5:11:00 PM
I'm still trying to learn how to slow down, at 77 you'd think it wouldn't be this hard. Just to much energy in my system, but I'm learning. Meditation is helping a lot. Bill
Date: 10/29/2021 4:34:00 PM
Hello Bill Baker, yes the only person you cam be is yourself. It is nice to meet you. Enjoy yout day my friend.
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Date: 11/6/2021 5:14:00 PM
I'm trying to respond to all the comments I missed last week, some were posted before I knew how to reply. lol Bill
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Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 10/30/2021 6:34:00 AM
Hello Bill Baker welcome to Poetry Soup. Iwll be reading your poetry. Enjoy your day my friend.

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