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life has somewhat calmed down now that I’ve bowed out from the rat race and officially finally retired I’ve learned to disentangle myself from the merciless mundane madness I don’t miss that old hamster wheel always spinning out of control I’m now at peace with myself I’ve become my own jury and judge questioning my every choice and decision to ensure they fall in place with my master plan the voice of my conscience keeps me aligned and on track as time trickles away ultimately I know I’m not really in charge but I can at least be master of what I can one day I know I’ll be facing my Maker and there will be no sanctioned excuses down to my very core I’ll want to be proud of what I’ve done and become Read on air by invitation ~ June 5, 2021 'LATE NIGHT POETS' AP: 1st place 2021 Submitted on June 2, 2021 for contest VOICE OF CONSCIENCE sponsored by UNSEEKING SEEKER - RANKED 5TH

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Sam Kauffman

Date: 6/8/2021 2:28:00 PM

Congratulations on your win Line. This is a graceful and serene write of a journey partially traveled but still looking ahead. It is impressive in its transparent honesty and very inspiring. Congratulations on your win! Blessings to you my friend.

Line Gauthier
Date: 6/8/2021 8:47:00 PM

Thanks for your much appreciated visit and comment, Sam ~

Paula Goldsmith

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

Congratulations on your win. A beautiful write. I Love It. We have all been on the "hamster wheel." And going where??? Your ending is so true, when we face the Maker will we/(He) "be proud of what I’ve done and become???" I Hope So. Enjoy your retirement and your win with blessings.............

Line Gauthier
Date: 6/6/2021 4:30:00 PM

Thank you so much, Paula. All the best to you ~

Unseeking Seeker

Date: 6/4/2021 6:53:00 PM

It is a perfect space to be in, Line! Centred, calm, tranquil. Yet, our inner journey continues, as awareness reaches to subtler realms, within. Congrats on your win! Look forward to your participation in the next contest, MINDFULNESS.

Line Gauthier
Date: 6/4/2021 7:55:00 PM

Thanks you so much for hosting and for my placing in your premiere contest. Most appreciated ~

Judy Ball

Date: 6/4/2021 8:47:00 AM

Oh I do love this Line. I feel you are echoing my very thoughts though I have as yet not retired. I have spent the last couple of months recouping first an appendectomy and then a broken hip. I think God was just telling me to slow down a bit before I kill myself. lol Great job here. God Bless, JB

Line Gauthier
Date: 6/4/2021 8:51:00 AM

OMG Judy, slow down for sure ~

Gershon Wolf

Date: 6/3/2021 7:57:00 PM

Enjoyed your reflections on retirement, decisions, judge and jury, control -- and meeting your Maker. Peace, Gerhson

David Kavanagh

Date: 6/3/2021 2:43:00 PM

Heya Line, a terrific write here, reminds me of Invictus, by William Ernest Henley, indeed you are your own master, and it must be indeed a blessing, to be at peace with yourself, I’m guessing hard work and meditation has paid off, I wish you a happy retirement and good luck in the contest, cheers David

Line Gauthier
Date: 6/3/2021 2:51:00 PM

Thank you very much, David ~

Panagiota Romios

Date: 6/3/2021 2:12:00 PM

Dinve I have known you..I sense peace and centeredness Thanks Line, Pangie

Line Gauthier
Date: 6/3/2021 2:51:00 PM

Thanks for the compliment, Pangie.

L Milton Hankins

Date: 6/2/2021 8:59:00 PM

I think you shall be, Line. You've written truly fine verses here reflecting your goals in retirement, with a positive view of the future. Good stuff, Line.

Line Gauthier
Date: 6/2/2021 10:25:00 PM

Thanks, Milton. Much appreciated ~

Sotto Poet

Date: 6/2/2021 7:28:00 PM

True Line, you should be proud of yourself as an outstanding lady with amazing talent and a warm heart. God bless you, and best of luck in the contest.

Line Gauthier
Date: 6/2/2021 10:25:00 PM

Thank you very much, Lasaad ~