Reflections of a Man

A man is but a vision,
Cast by his lifes shadows.

His heart is pressed with the vise of his own desires.

Scared by the wrongs that he has endured,
Yet his hopes and dreams have not faded.

He stands strong and proud,
As firm as a rock within a mountain.

His roots buried deep,
So that he may drink from the waters of life.

His reflection is not unjust.
Its that his picture is not yet finished.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2008

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Mehta Avatar
June 10, 2010 at 7:27 PM
Congrats on the HM win, Christie.
Sweetheart Avatar
June 10, 2010 at 7:13 PM
Congrats Christi on your HM in Mac's best poem contest with this wonderful entry and so enjoy your wonderful honor tonight.. with luv from the "Sweetheart"
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June 10, 2010 at 6:57 PM
So much depth in this poem. Congratulations on being one of the winners in Mac's contest. Enjoy your success. I wish you many more. Karen
Mcgovern Avatar
June 10, 2010 at 6:38 PM
ongratulations on your HM in my contest. A wonderful poem.
Pickett Avatar
July 12, 2009 at 6:42 PM
I feel you in this poem... Good depiction of mans lifes pursuit.......:JP)
Mason Avatar
October 28, 2008 at 11:05 AM
Wonderful tribute here, Christie. On line #5 the word "faded" has an extra letter .... hope you don't mind my pointing that out ... this is really a strong write and I love the last two lines! Congratulations on your writing being featured this week!
Jordan Avatar
October 28, 2008 at 10:39 AM
Christie very well penned - congrats on being featured this week - God Bless
Richards Avatar
October 28, 2008 at 8:41 AM
There are words to ponder in your poem. Congratulations on being featured this round! ~ Blessings...Carrie
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October 28, 2008 at 6:16 AM
"Reflections Of A Man" is a well deserved featured poem. Congratulations. Vince
Brown Avatar
October 27, 2008 at 9:40 AM
Congratulations on your poetry being featured this week. Love, Carol
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October 26, 2008 at 5:32 PM
Much to think about in your words. I really like the last line. Congratulations on having your poem featured. Wishing you continued success with your writing. Karen
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October 26, 2008 at 4:00 PM
Congratulations Christie on your wonderful poetry being featured this week. Love, Shar
Mills Avatar
September 1, 2008 at 11:06 AM
Thank you so much. Reflections of a man is based on a mans feelings of hopelessness and growth. But we live and grow. And thats what makes us who we are.
Bellefleur Avatar
August 31, 2008 at 2:44 PM
Very profound..
Burton Avatar
August 31, 2008 at 11:13 AM
deep, wow that was deep. sounds a little christ resurrection hope I spelled it right.
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