Leap

River rushing 
River rushing
Swim
Leap
Swim
Leap
River rushing 
River rushing
Swim
Leap
Swim
Leap
River rushing
Leap

Though obstacles may wait, if you choose to swim against the current
You must frequently leap out of the water to make true progress
Copyright © | Year Posted 2005

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Kendrick Avatar
September 14, 2025 at 3:10 AM
Congratulations on your homepage featured poem. Way to go. I like this one. Sara K
Agustin Avatar
November 4, 2023 at 7:48 AM
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.
Morris Avatar
August 5, 2023 at 2:18 PM
Thanks for sharing this reminder. It's difficult to swim against the current like the salmon, but it is definitely worth it. Take care and stay safe. Enjoy your weekend. :-)
Sambourne Avatar
October 8, 2022 at 2:28 PM
Greetings Mark, A thought provoking piece in which your final prose lines reveal a fundamental truth - that the metaphorical rushing water of lives lived need to be skirted if we are to advance. A truly fine read. All the best, Brian
Bangalee Avatar
June 26, 2021 at 11:11 PM
the obstacle will come in turns but have to be confident that you have to overcome all obstacles
Poteet Avatar
January 9, 2021 at 12:52 PM
The Song of Salmon. Determination, perseverence and success. Great piece of brevity. Mark. Worth reading twice.
Bangalee Avatar
October 17, 2020 at 10:15 PM
LEAP; IN THE RIVER OF LIFE HAS MANY OBSTACLES; LEAP TO OVERCOME ALL...... LEAP TECHNICALLY
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April 21, 2017 at 5:14 AM
Nice
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May 18, 2015 at 1:47 PM
NICE TO SEE THIS FEATURED. SKAT
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