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Our Walk Today

When Sara and I take our walk each day, We usually go the same old way. Today we decided to make a change, We decided to make our walk free range. We went to a park named Natural Springs. It had a dog park and playground with swings. We chose a trail with overhanging trees, We had a full sun, but also a breeze. I saw a small path that led to a stream, But Sara said, “the path’s too extreme.” I gave her my, I really want to look, And she said, “I’ll sit here and read my book.” I walked a few minutes, looking about, Then thought, I’m not sure just how to get out. It wasn’t long ‘til I found the right path. I crossed the stream without taking a bath. There was my Sara, as I topped the hill, She told her new squirrel friend, “here comes my Bill.” We shared my adventure as we walked away, We were glad we tried a different way.

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Jim Slaughter

Date: 7/21/2023 11:01:00 AM

Sounds like you both had a lovely excursion, Bill. Sometimes it's good to step out of one's comfort zone. This also kind of reminds me of Robert Frost's "The Path Not Taken".

Bill Baker
Date: 8/5/2023 8:58:00 AM

It did come to my mind after I wrote this poem, Jim. Thanks for the visits and comments, my friend. Bill

John Loving Iii

Date: 6/26/2023 7:34:00 PM

Personel experience becomes us when we write of sharing experiences.

Bill Baker
Date: 6/27/2023 6:36:00 AM

Thanks for the mindful comment, John, I agree. Blessings my friend. Bill

Speaks Volumes

Date: 6/16/2023 4:27:00 PM

Enchanting Bill. They say variety is the spice of life, and you just proved it. A lovely poem. Thank you for penning your walk for all of us to enjoy. This poem will remain in my memory.

Bill Baker
Date: 6/16/2023 5:15:00 PM

Thanks you for the visit and kind comment, Speaks Volumes (SV) from now on. :-) I'll be following your poetry now. I'll visit to read some more tomorrow. A poet friend (the the making) in Texas, Bill

Paul Callus

Date: 6/11/2023 1:31:00 AM

I believe that it does us good to break up our routine from time to time...same like water has to be 'activated' to save it from becoming stagnant. Glad you enjoyed your walk :) Regards // paul

Bill Baker
Date: 6/11/2023 9:54:00 AM

It is good to get out and enjoy nature from time to time. Walking keeps my limbs working. :-) Thanks for the visit, Paul, always good to hear from you. A poet friend in Texas, Bill

Regina Mcintosh

Date: 6/10/2023 4:06:00 AM

I just love this... yes, we all take different paths but meet together when we're in love like you and Sarah. God bless you and your words, friend. Wonderful poem. Love, Gina

Bill Baker
Date: 6/10/2023 6:39:00 AM

Thanks for the blessings, Gina. You have a blessed day my friend. Bill

Suzanne Delaney

Date: 6/7/2023 5:36:00 PM

I really enjoyed this fun little verse, Bill: My hubby and I walk the same way pretty much every day. The squirrels might miss us if we didn’t. Lol SuZ

Bill Baker
Date: 6/9/2023 7:04:00 AM

:-) Thanks for the comment, SuZ, it's nice to get out and about. Great source of Vitamin D. :-) Have a great day! Bill

Valsa George

Date: 6/5/2023 1:24:00 AM

Your life with Sara seems to be so very happy. I feel that you are a couple made for each other, having almost similar interests. Once in a while it is pleasurable to follow one's own inclinations. That will give you chances for new excitements and many subjects to talk together and enjoy. Enjoyed your sweet poem much !

Bill Baker
Date: 6/5/2023 3:35:00 PM

Thank you, Valsa, for the mindful comment. We have different intertest, but most are the same. We came from very different backgrounds, but our hearts seem to be the same. Have a pleasant week my dear friend. Bill

Susan Ashley

Date: 6/3/2023 7:39:00 AM

Dear Bill, your beautiful poem gave me the feeling that though you and Sara both walk together, sometimes you each have to follow your own path to self-discovery and self-contentment.. the satisfaction and joy of which brings you both back to travel the same path home together again. Such a tender, intimate, loving feeling to this piece. Splendid, my friend! Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Bill Baker
Date: 6/3/2023 4:23:00 PM

It's true, Susan, we all have our own path to follow in life, other shared the path with us from time to time, and some are with us almost all the time; such is the case of Sara and I. Thanks for seeing beyond the obvious in my simple poem, my friend. A poet friend in Texas, Bill

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 6/2/2023 6:42:00 PM

Charming, Bill!

Bill Baker
Date: 6/3/2023 4:25:00 PM

Thanks, Kim. Just a normal adventurous day in our lives. Have a pleasant weekend! Bill

Sotto Poet

Date: 6/2/2023 2:33:00 PM

My dear friend, your words have brought me such joy. The essence of spending quality time together is indeed the key to a contented life. I am delighted to hear that your new journey with Sara has been a success, Bill. Your prose has been a delightful experience for me, and I express my gratitude. May the blessings of the Almighty be upon you.

Bill Baker
Date: 6/2/2023 3:36:00 PM

Thank you my dear friend, and may Gods peace comfort you. You are an inspiration to me, Lasaad, and a true friend. Blessings, Bill

Alexis Y.

Date: 6/1/2023 10:14:00 AM

Wow! Bill, You and Sara had a splendid day. I enjoyed your well-written poem. It had good content, rhymes, and imagery. Your imagination soared with this write. You took your reader on the walk right along with you. It was a cool walk. Well done:-) Alexis

Bill Baker
Date: 6/1/2023 4:12:00 PM

Thanks for joining us on our walk, Alexis, you're welcome anytime. Thanks for the visit and comments my friend. Enjoy the rest of your week! Smiles ~ Blessings Bill

S.Zaynab Kamoonpuri

Date: 5/31/2023 9:55:00 AM

Wow thanks for taking us all on a marvelous poetic rhyming hike , i luv squirrels and extreme paths scare me too. Kudos!! >>>>>>>>>>>><<<<<<<<<<<^^^^^^^^>>>>>>>><<<<<< Plz also read and comment my newest poem

Bill Baker
Date: 5/31/2023 4:55:00 PM

Thanks for the visit and comment, S.zaynab. Been awhile since I've heard from you my friend. Heading over to your page now for a look at your newest poem. A poet friend in Texas, Bill

Robert Lindley

Date: 5/31/2023 8:35:00 AM

What a nice poem. Yes, you two had a beautiful day together! Your verses a true joy to read my friend. A fav too. God bless

Bill Baker
Date: 5/31/2023 8:41:00 AM

Thank you, Robert, for your friendship and comments on my poetry. I'll be reading several of your poems later, when I have enough time to enjoy them. Nice to see again, my friend. Smiles ~ Blessing Bill

Gary Radice

Date: 5/31/2023 12:46:00 AM

There's so much warmth that oozes from your words here Bill. The love you share with Sara shines through. Cheers - Gary

Bill Baker
Date: 5/31/2023 8:11:00 AM

Thank you for the visit and comments, Gary. We do enjoy our walks together. Smiles and Blessings Bill

Sally Eslinger

Date: 5/30/2023 1:37:00 PM

Bill! This is my 1st poem to read after returning from ~3 mos illness AND i am absolutely delighted. You took me with you to that splendor park, but what i felt most of all, is the deep/easy love you two share; it lives in the perceptions of each line. This poem is stunning music of loving hearts! Bravo! Hugs, sally

Bill Baker
Date: 5/30/2023 1:39:00 PM

Thank you so much for the kind and encouraging comments, Sally. Welcome back, you were missed my friend. Thanks for visiting and commenting on my poetry. Smiles ~ Blessings Bill

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 5/29/2023 6:07:00 PM

This is so charming. I really like it, Bill.

Bill Baker
Date: 5/29/2023 7:56:00 PM

Thanks for the visit, Andrea. Have a good week, my friend. Bill

Gordon Mcconnell

Date: 5/28/2023 7:48:00 AM

Great walking piece Bill, I was walking every step with you all the way making it quite magical. Blessings, Gordon

Bill Baker
Date: 5/28/2023 5:09:00 PM

Thanks for the visit and comment, Gordon. We walk atleast an hour everyday still. Thanks for joining us on the walk my friend. A poet friend in Texas, Bill

Anil Deo

Date: 5/27/2023 9:11:00 PM

Simple pleasures ... Bill, USA is lught years ahead of South African humans. In eastern Cape province, in Fort Beaufort &:townships, I see no parks remaining & never a swing. As in CapexTown, drug dealers take over such community places, ,even libraries - mostly closed, no internet - and it's hard to remain positive here. Neighbors smile but steal everything by cutting hokes in ones fence -- behind ones back. I say, Jesus Forgive them, help me love them. Amen

Bill Baker
Date: 5/28/2023 5:13:00 PM

I understand your situation, Anil. We lived on the Texas border ten years and it was much like what you're describing. We have to realize that God is in control and in the end Love wins. We must accept whatever experiences God sends our way. We may see them as blessings or problems, but if it's God's will they are all blessings. When our time is up we will be with the Father once again. Smiles and Blessings my friend. Bill

Gershon Wolf

Date: 5/27/2023 9:04:00 PM

Glad this new path worked out so well for you and Sara, Bill. Just a lovely read for me. I thank you, my Texas friend! God bless you, Gershon

Bill Baker
Date: 5/28/2023 5:16:00 PM

Thanks for the comments and blessings, Gershon. I've found that a lot of the things I see as problems are just God's way of teaching me lessons that will bless my life or the lives of others I meet along the way. May God bless and keep you, Bill

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 5/27/2023 1:19:00 PM

- I usually walk the same old road everyday too... but, I always see something new... meet people... have a little chat... wave and go home ... every now and then I get bored ... and choose a different path ... change is joyful and exciting ... have a lovely weekend ...and thanks for your poem, Bill :) - hugs

Bill Baker
Date: 5/27/2023 3:34:00 PM

Thanks for the visit and commenting of your own walks, Anne-Lise. Hugs, Bill

Ilene Bauer

Date: 5/27/2023 9:43:00 AM

Sounds like a lovely walk today, Bill! I enjoyed joining you and Sara…

Bill Baker
Date: 5/27/2023 3:34:00 PM

Nice of you to join in, Ilene, you're welcome anytime. :-) Smiles ~ Blessings Bill

Anonomus Scorpio

Date: 5/27/2023 5:35:00 AM

Bill, There truly is no better way to capture memories than through writing them out. Especially when the written picture you're taking is of that of the love of your life. Excellently penned and an absolute hoy to read! Respectfully A.S.

Bill Baker
Date: 5/27/2023 3:36:00 PM

Thank you, Anon, for your encouraging comments. Have a great weekend! Bill

Vijay Pandit

Date: 5/27/2023 5:11:00 AM

How sweet, my friend. Much enjoyed the vibes you convey. Spending cherished time together--the secret to happy life.

Bill Baker
Date: 5/27/2023 3:37:00 PM

We call our walks our "walkie-talkie" time. :-) Thanks for the visit and comment, my friend. Have a pleasant weekend. Bill

Lisa Ricci

Date: 5/27/2023 4:28:00 AM

Bill Bill Bill. How beautiful and endearing is this. Very. What can be said for such love and gentleness. Everything. I will let you loving words stand for this entry belongs to you and your Sara. Have a wonderful weekend with love beauty peace and health. Blessings always (smile)

Bill Baker
Date: 5/27/2023 3:40:00 PM

So pleasant to sign in and see you've paid me a visit, my friend. Your comments are always so kind. I feel like I really know you. Thanks for being my dear soup friend, Lisa. Peace, joy, and lots of happiness. Bill

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 5/27/2023 4:27:00 AM

thanks, Bill, for capturing part of our delightful walk. You still have that adventurous spirit that likes to explore and understand what you can't see. You made my day, always taking me off the beaten path. Your poem is the essence of you...thanks for sharing with others, your soulmate, Sara

Bill Baker
Date: 5/27/2023 3:41:00 PM

Such a joy to have you visit my poetry, my soulmate. Your comments are always encouraging. Blessings my love, Bill