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That place you go between dusk and dawn,, hiding the child within. Let it run free only when the door goes closed, and no one else can see in. Those people that loved, who made a difference.. cared so much, wanted only what was best for you in life with no thanks.* Braver than Superman, Wonder Woman, and that guy with flags.. that stared down the Chinese tanks... The ones who make you laugh, hold your hand.. when you just want to be left alone., say you can do it when you think you can't, and hug you when the day turns to ruin. So you have trust issues? I understand.. can't blame you for that., we all do. This world makes its bones in bruised hearts, at the expense of the innocent, gifted, and good. There's no reason why it happens, yet somehow we survive and go on. It must mean something, you and I still.. left on this earth, it just does. Maybe we're a puzzle piece left unfilled.. waiting for someone to complete us. You have this time.., it is yours, do with it as you may. For me it's sitting here writing this poem.. though I wish so much more for you, and your special someone this day. I don't have all the answers, or what the future holds. I would be cautious of anyone that says they do. To be honest, even some of the questions leave me cold. So take care they don't take that which makes you, you. Will they ever accept just who you are.. in a world where anything goes. Or should you lock all feelings away in a jar.. my dear friend, only heaven knows. Everybody needs something, every last one of us wants.., only to live. I wish you luck in life, good health, and love.. and the chance to get as well as you give. *Mr. Rogers

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Date: 2/3/2022 4:35:00 PM
Enjoyed reading and thinking, on things In general'
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Date: 6/29/2021 1:59:00 PM
‘To grant someone their being and their worth Could prove to be the greatest gift on earth’ Thoughtful and truth bearing poem, that seems to me a little ‘Kiplingesque’ - impressive writing, Richard
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Date: 8/29/2021 8:38:00 PM
Geoffrey, Thanks for that insightful comment, just hoping to receive a radio message of SOS to a future. Like Telstar's millions in flight. though no longer functional, still orbiting Earth. I like Kipling. -Richard
Date: 6/25/2021 11:33:00 AM
Wonderfully encouraging and such a profound thought process within your verse and vision. It aches to be heard. I enjoyed it so much. God bless you sweet friend. Love, Gina
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Date: 8/29/2021 8:33:00 PM
Thank you Gina, that is one of the best.. you and your poetry too. -Richard
Date: 6/16/2021 8:29:00 AM
An intense thought provoking poem, where have those people in our lives gone, what must we still do with ours, the best, naturally. Trust is paramount, but where does it start and end - take what is happening now at the Geneva Summit will Russia admit to cyber interference, the world hold its breathe, Israel and Palestine back to where they started, and you and me, we will reap what we have sown. Thank God for the special person in my life - trust between us is paramount. Hugs, Jenn.
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Date: 6/26/2021 12:37:00 PM
Hi Jennifer, Thanks for sharing your thoughts. Do they watch us and laugh when we laugh? Shed a tear for each one we hold? I'm glad to hear of the trust built and blessed for you and your special someone today. -Richard
Date: 6/15/2021 2:38:00 PM
I think we all keep secret a part of ourselves, and are looking for the piece that completes us, maybe that missing piece is someone else's secret?
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Date: 6/26/2021 12:30:00 PM
Hello Michelle, Thank you, for sharing in this puzzling secret. It makes me feel better somehow; reading all the interesting and wonderful comments poet friends share. Maybe more so than writing the poem. Happy Saturday wishes to you and yours. -Richard I really liked that question, was it rhetorical. the strangest in secret. -Richard
Date: 6/13/2021 1:37:00 PM
A profound and inspiring poem, my dearest friend, Richard. The reader may learn a lot of valuable lessons from it. Blessings.
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Date: 6/26/2021 12:18:00 PM
Demetrios, Thank you for this comment. You understand the search for life's best lessons. Yours have always inspired me. -Richard
Date: 6/12/2021 9:26:00 PM
trusting your self learni g to like your self first not having any great exspecrtasions of others doing your best to help others along the way if there is a heaven it is blinded by all hate war killing in the world perhaps god has his own war in heaven will all the angels and demons thogh still twenty four seven are we asking for miricals or readons mans his own worst enamy well penned
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Date: 6/26/2021 12:12:00 PM
Hello david, Thanks for sharing that philosophical comment. The search for truth continues. -Richard
Date: 6/12/2021 3:21:00 AM
Such depth and truth in these lines, Richard:)
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Date: 6/12/2021 7:22:00 PM
Well I thank you for that Jo Daniel. -Richard
Date: 6/11/2021 7:49:00 PM
Richard the woodpecker is all over the place still and banging on metal roof and chimney top , lean 2's etc. Starts at 5am. Owls we're hooting for an hour at midnight lastnight too :)
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Date: 6/11/2021 7:58:00 PM
I love hoot owls...And I'm glad the woodpecker is still watching over his dominion. I used to watch them performing a rat a tat song. -Richard
Date: 6/11/2021 10:19:00 AM
Wow what wise words Richard... So many beautiful lines that are my favorite... "They don't take that which makes YOU... "... what a great piece of advice... You are such a gifted poet... Opening lines and ending lines too good.. FAVing this.. God bless... ~ Ani
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Date: 6/12/2021 7:16:00 PM
Anitha, Thank you for that nice comment. I just read one of your poems listed in favorites, now one of mine. 'Ink Of My Eyes' Very soulful. -Richard
Date: 6/10/2021 9:02:00 PM
It would be nice to have all the answers , but we don't. We learn by our experience. Those that want to learn. Hugs Eve
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Date: 6/11/2021 7:02:00 PM
Eve, Thanks. Did you ever watch Mr. Roger's Neighborhood? https://youtu.be/J9O48kKG4MI -Mr. Rogers
Date: 6/10/2021 6:14:00 PM
aH, you have E I intelligence, and you serve it well through poetry, have a good night may the angels protect you right .:)
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Date: 6/11/2021 6:21:00 PM
Mystic Rose Rose, Thank you, though not an intellectual at heart. Though given to wax philosophical from time to time. -Richard
Date: 6/10/2021 12:40:00 PM
No one has all the answers, and in our daily lives we are just trying to find them, and loving along the way. A wonderful poem, so well expressed, Richard. :)
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Date: 6/11/2021 5:47:00 PM
Evelyn, Thank you for that. I'm glad you wrap your poems in velvet visions and rich sounds. Some so haunting yet so beautiful.., stay with me still. -Richard
Date: 6/10/2021 10:54:00 AM
What wonderful expressions, the simplicity of just learning, living to be ourselves.
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Date: 6/11/2021 5:42:00 PM
Hello DM, The greatest gifts when we listen to our inner child. Though mine often won't behave. -Richard
Date: 6/10/2021 6:28:00 AM
Well written. An in depth poem, consisting of truths and questions. Keep on writing Richard! I hope you are having a nice day :)
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Date: 6/11/2021 5:31:00 PM
Hello Heidi and Happy Friday, Thank you I wish you well too. Has your woodpecker chose to guard some other forest? -Richard
Date: 6/10/2021 5:44:00 AM
Intriguing dialogue Richard. This journey through and about life--seeking meaning and acceptance.
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Date: 6/11/2021 5:29:00 PM
Vijay, Thank you, hope it sat well with you. So many of your poems dared to uphold truth and reach for a better understanding. -Richard

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