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Journey

At ten the road is seldom marked. Mile markers are closer at ninety. The road of life is long or short, depending on where you are. The in between is often seen with crystalline clarity and purpose. Living graciously is being serene just to be where you are. Spring seems so much brighter when you waltz in the rain. The songs of life are lighter with dreams of where you are. Summer teems with heavier thoughts that steal the dreams of yesterday and fuel the guilt-laden sun spots to spell you from where you are. Pay attention as soon Fall sparks a healing breath of beauty and color. The quiet before stormy skies marks the environment where you are. When Winter blows bold bright cold and whisks away your impermanent place, it apportions it to a younger soul. So acquiesce to be where you are.

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Ann Foster

Date: 5/4/2023 1:51:00 PM

This was a wonderful journey to read... Well done. Ann

Linda Alice Fowler
Date: 5/4/2023 2:44:00 PM

Many thanks Ann! :)

Vijay Pandit

Date: 5/4/2023 6:08:00 AM

A splendid journey through seasons, Linda. Beautifully blended with echoes of life.

Linda Alice Fowler
Date: 5/4/2023 6:13:00 AM

Thank you Vijay. I am pleased by your visit and comments. :)

Bill Baker

Date: 5/3/2023 10:01:00 PM

A very deep poem, Linda. I enjoyed your thoughts on the seasons of life. A poet friend in Texas, Bill

Linda Alice Fowler
Date: 5/4/2023 6:13:00 AM

Many thanks my brother Texan. I am glad you enjoyed this one. :)

Gershon Wolf

Date: 5/2/2023 7:41:00 PM

'it apportions it to a younger soul' -- words that weigh heavy on my heart, I'm afraid. (Lovely write, Linda). ~ Old King Cole

Linda Alice Fowler
Date: 5/3/2023 7:21:00 AM

Yes, darn it. Just sweeps in and takes it away for another! The cycle never ends, I guess. Thank you OKC! laf :)

Joanna Daniel

Date: 5/2/2023 2:15:00 AM

Great thoughts combined with the beauty of different seasons, Linda:)

Linda Alice Fowler
Date: 5/3/2023 7:20:00 AM

Many thanks Jo. So glad to see you enjoyed this one. :)

Regina Mcintosh

Date: 5/2/2023 1:56:00 AM

Yes. Life is short even though, when you are living during Springtime, it feels long. Wonderful write. God bless you. Love, Gina

Linda Alice Fowler
Date: 5/3/2023 7:19:00 AM

Springtime is a wonderful time of life. :) Thank you for your supportive words Gina. :)

Tom Cunningham

Date: 4/30/2023 11:42:00 PM

An enjoyable read through the seasons Linda, fall being my favourite. Tom

Linda Alice Fowler
Date: 5/1/2023 5:19:00 AM

It's always a pleasure to see you here Tom. Thank you for reading and commenting. :)

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 4/30/2023 10:52:00 PM

The seasons always give us a hint when they arrive. Lovely visions.

Linda Alice Fowler
Date: 5/1/2023 5:19:00 AM

Yes they do Victor. Many thanks for the visit. hugs, Linda :)

Panagiota Romios

Date: 4/30/2023 8:50:00 PM

Great verses, Linda. Best line..itt iis marvelous. “ springs seem brighter when you waltz in the rain.” Great imagery and emotion Thank you Pangie

Linda Alice Fowler
Date: 5/1/2023 5:18:00 AM

Hi dear Pangie. I love the rain. You are a good friend. Thanks for your sweet comments! :)

I Am Anaya

Date: 4/30/2023 8:43:00 PM

I was falling asleep until..."Pay attention as soon Fall sparks a healing breath of beauty and color" Lol, love it, compelling Linder fella

Linda Alice Fowler
Date: 5/1/2023 5:18:00 AM

Hi my friend! I almost put myself to sleep writing it. LOL. I got tired walking ALL those steps from birth to death. Glad to see you Anaya! :)

Daniel Turner

Date: 4/30/2023 6:18:00 PM

:) Hello Alice:) I like your poem. I hope you had a great weekend. ( I already acquiesced in divorce court)

Linda Alice Fowler
Date: 5/1/2023 5:16:00 AM

Hey Daniel. Yes, a good weekend. I'm glad you like this poem. No more acquiescing!