Ombu Tree

All things can make a footprint on us
Yet we can still lose the shoe
Knowledge leads the humble man
Riches lead the fool
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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Deschler Avatar
April 17, 2016 at 7:51 PM
Just holding onto the positive influences, not the negative ones is a very smart way to live... You pack so much wisdom into these four short lines. So well done, Arthur.
Vaso Avatar
April 23, 2016 at 9:02 PM
Thank you Kelly! :)
Dunn Avatar
April 17, 2016 at 3:58 PM
Dear Arthur This is a very stirring piece here my kind hearted friend, your comment moved me by the way, I can't let what is happening with me take over my life, I have to much to get better for, I will strive on and move forward whatever happens in the future, life constant is that nothing stays the same, all things change, including us human beings, I will not let this medical problem define me, take care and no more tears ok, when you think of me smile, cheri
Vaso Avatar
April 23, 2016 at 9:00 PM
We are all praying for you! Hugs
Chircop Avatar
April 16, 2016 at 8:16 AM
Yes .It is not how rich We are that make us who we are.Our treasure lies in knowledge...and humblness..:) Hope I got a hint of your message.Clever indeed. By the way yr comment on my Aftergiw made me smile .tnks.:)
Vaso Avatar
April 20, 2016 at 9:57 PM
It all depends on what one defines as riches! :) If I make you smile, it makes me smile! :)
Chircop Avatar
April 16, 2016 at 8:17 AM
I forgot an 'e '.Oops Sorry... Humbleness
Onclaud Avatar
April 15, 2016 at 2:58 PM
enjoyed this reflective verse, made me ponder, arthur..huggs
Vaso Avatar
April 20, 2016 at 9:58 PM
Thank you Nette, made me ponder too! :)
Dietrich Avatar
April 14, 2016 at 8:24 PM
Such a profound little verse, Arthur. You are such a wise man. Not a "wise guy" though sometimes you are that too haha. LOVED this one.
Vaso Avatar
April 20, 2016 at 9:55 PM
Oh I am sure I am more of the second than the first!
Nance Avatar
April 14, 2016 at 9:08 AM
that is wise and good arthur
Vaso Avatar
April 20, 2016 at 9:54 PM
Yes we are happy with our knowledge and no shoes!!!! :)
Spagnola Avatar
April 14, 2016 at 4:02 AM
Interesting title, hmmmmm
Vaso Avatar
April 20, 2016 at 9:54 PM
The Ombu tree is native to Argentina!
Spagnola Avatar
April 14, 2016 at 4:00 AM
So wise Arthur, I think the love of 'riches lead fools. Very spiritual write:)...peace, jill
Vaso Avatar
April 20, 2016 at 9:53 PM
Thank you, I was hoping now everyone will wire transfer all their cash! :)
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