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Living a Life Conceived By Another

I was living a life conceived by another. No questions to answer, nothing to discover. The future chosen for me left nothing to fear. The turns to be taken were all marked clear. As for my mind, it’s one that still wanders. Like the flashing light in the sky when it thunders. I question reality, what I’ve been taught. I can’t determine if I’m free or bought. This life I’ve been given is part of a plan, That allows me to think and do as I can. Listening to my spirit could set me free, And allow me to live as authentic me. I’ll clear my mind and open my heart, It will be a good way for me to start. I’ll sit here quietly and very still, I’ll think of the role my life will fulfill. I don’t see the role that I’m meant to play, I just need to be open as I go my way. For my life is a light, a physical display, Of the truth I’ll be given from day to day. No one else knows the path I should take, Taking another’s path would be a mistake. Each one should follow the voice deep within, It knows our beginning and also our end.

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Date: 12/5/2021 5:01:00 PM
So true. And so sad that so many simply cannot hear that voice deep within them, or have purposely blocked it out. Cheers, Gershon
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Bill Baker
Date: 12/6/2021 7:42:00 AM
I agree, Gershon. The voice of our egos drown out the voice within us. Bill
Date: 12/4/2021 8:24:00 AM
Our voice within is also about our instincts, which is a form of self preservation, yes I agree with you Bill, it has no beginning and it has no end for on one's heart, mind and life's truth, it will depend. So well penned. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer
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Date: 12/4/2021 10:18:00 AM
So true, Jennifer. I like the way you wrote your thoughts on beginning and end. Your comments are very important to me Jennifer, Thank you, Bill
Date: 12/4/2021 2:33:00 AM
Deep contemplation! Way to go, Bill!
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Bill Baker
Date: 12/4/2021 6:48:00 AM
Thank you for your comment, my mindful friend. Let your light shine, Bill
Date: 12/3/2021 9:50:00 PM
What a lovely attitude to life. Thank you, Bill, for this superb write. I hope you are having a pleasant week end.
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Bill Baker
Date: 12/3/2021 10:22:00 PM
Thank you Shirley, for your kind comment. Have a great day! Bill
Date: 12/3/2021 5:14:00 PM
Nailed it again Bill Baker! Ha …..Debx
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Bill Baker
Date: 12/3/2021 9:16:00 PM
Thanks Deb, Hope all is well with you and yours. :-) Bill
Date: 12/3/2021 3:58:00 PM
Bill, this is not only a marvelous message, but it is extremely well-written. Flows like quatrains should, and your rhymes were just spot on. Loved it.
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Date: 12/3/2021 4:38:00 PM
Thank you Milt. Your comments are always so encourging. Bless your heart, Bill
Date: 12/3/2021 3:27:00 PM
Hello Bill Baker, I am still travelling on my road of journey. I have no idea where it will lead me. I will walk it to find out. Enjoy your evening my poet friend.
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