I'M Ready

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When I was young, you frightened me and I would hide from you those days. I wanted you to leave me be, you seemed evil in many ways. Years passed, and I learned to shun you, hoping that you'd leave me alone. But you'd show up out of the blue, and my dislike for you has grown. Figuring I had lost my fear, you kept me waiting till today. Circumventing me every year, I watched your shadow slip away. But lately, you've been on my mind, and I had a hunch you might show. If it's time to leave life behind, okay, Death; I'm ready, let's go.

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L Milton Hankins

Date: 6/20/2021 11:19:00 AM

Ah, Emile, you surprised me with that ending. Still, at my advanced age, I understand and sometimes feel the same way. I suppose we'll both stick around until the appointed time comes, eh?

Emile Pinet
Date: 6/20/2021 3:19:00 PM

Thanks Milt, your comments are always welcomed and appreciated, my friend, Emile.

Rama Balasubramanian

Date: 6/20/2021 10:57:00 AM

I wish we could go as per our desire. A wonderful write!

Emile Pinet
Date: 6/20/2021 3:20:00 PM

Thanks Rama, that would make dying easier to handle my friend, Emile.