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Often, in this day and age, we all seem attached (overly attached) and dependent to devices and gadgets and things. Once upon a time humans had to "survive" without these things. Maybe, people in the past were a lot more independent and free than modern people.

Sometimes things work, sometimes they don’t, And that is perfectly fine, Actually, come to think about it, when they don’t, Maybe it’s just a sign That I need to get up and leave the comfort, Of things that I’m alongside, Instead, to go out and experience all of the new, Release the “me” that’s inside Wanting to explore, discover, and invent the Creations that do what I want, I think this’ll leave me fulfilled and assured, Leave me feeling way more confident About not subserving to the gadgets I have, To live with an alternate plan, A plan of being able to make my own things, Of being an autonomous man.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2017




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Date: 7/6/2017 10:25:00 AM
I agree w/Edward. A great write w/many thought provoking things to ponder, Lewis. You are a master poet, no doubt about it. Excellent poetry. Love and joy always.
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Date: 7/6/2017 8:12:00 PM
Thanks Freddie, so many things in this current world to ponder, advancement at what cost, thanks.
Date: 7/6/2017 9:49:00 AM
Again so true Louis people have become too dependent on their gadgets. As I write this comment on a smart phone anyway great write I love the last line.
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Date: 7/6/2017 8:11:00 PM
Yep, change always happens, but the last few years change has been at a million miles per hour, thanks Edward.
Date: 7/5/2017 10:08:00 AM
Wow, Lewis. This is a great write! Great topic!
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Date: 7/5/2017 8:52:00 PM
Thanks Daniel
Date: 7/5/2017 1:18:00 AM
Hmmm, maybe you are right here, Lewis:) I remember when we had floods the year before last and power connection was cut off, all of us went back to those good old days, with candles, board games, etc..:)
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Date: 7/5/2017 8:51:00 PM
How easy it is just to enjoy others company, lovely comment Jo, thanks.

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