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My Name Is Jack

My name is Jack but who am I... really I'm not a famous personality I haven't made any outstanding contribution to science I hope I've been a loving human being Like so many other average joes But will I be remembered after I meet my maker Or will I be forgotten as I pass into history So many famous people who leave us Are remembered for a while But then fade from our consciousness I'm sure I'll be remembered for a little while But dear life goes on And soon I will only be a distant memory Only those close to me will carry me in their hearts That's all I wish for, all I would expect My name is Jack but who am I... really

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Date: 3/22/2024 1:33:00 AM
You will be remembered Jack, that's absolutely certain. A heart like yours cannot be easily forgotten, there's just no way. Always, Laura
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Date: 2/8/2024 10:12:00 AM
Although we've never met Jack, I consider you a good friend, from day one I've loved your humour. Had final appointment at the hospital today, they've given me the green light and discharged me, been a long time coming. Tom
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Jack Ellison
Date: 2/8/2024 10:48:00 AM
Halleuya!!! We are definitely GOOD friendsTom! So your final appointment checked out green light FANTASTIC TOM! Super duper! Onward and upward Tom!
Date: 2/8/2024 5:41:00 AM
touching and poignant words, dear Jack. Our legacy is not one of fame, etc., it's one of what we've contributed to those in our hearts, those we love, and in how we treat the people we meet along the way. Those encounters, those contributions linger on for decades, perhaps generation...I believe we don't know where our legacy ends. Okay rambling...have a great day and thanks for sharing your thoughts, Sara
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Jack Ellison
Date: 2/8/2024 6:10:00 AM
Every day your words light up my screen with passion and true intelligence! Encountering our daily conversations is a blessing to me... love happy Jack xxx
Date: 2/8/2024 5:23:00 AM
So true. We fade away. I can relate, Jack.
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Jack Ellison
Date: 2/8/2024 5:35:00 AM
There are a very few Einsteins in the world!!!! I assure you I'm not one of them! Greetings, Happy Jack xx
Date: 2/8/2024 4:45:00 AM
Hello Jack Ellison, I love your enjoyed free verse. Seems you are a nice man and poet! Have a nice day with best warmest wishes & hopes. Good luck :-)
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Jack Ellison
Date: 2/8/2024 4:51:00 AM
I am very pleased to meet you my friend! Every new friend is a blessing. Thank you Abdullah! Cheers!

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