Riding Home

I'm so grateful
for all the lives I've led,
all the parts played
in this human panoply
of characters.

I'm so grateful
I didn't get stuck
in the rehearsal with a boxed life
or a part meant for mimes.

Thank You Universe,
for giving me the spice
and all the sordid places
that brought me into the light
on bent knee with charms
too numerous to mention.

I'm so grateful
for the ride home.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009


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Date: 5/20/2009 11:52:00 AM
Hey Sue. So nice to hear from you. i must have the wrong email address for you because i think one time way back I sent you something and you never got it then either. Just want you to know my heart has broken for you. I know you are ok, and will be better soon, but it is very tough going, I know. So, just sending you a GREAT BIG HUG with BIG LOVE. I have been thinking of you. Take care, Shar xoxoxo
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Date: 4/23/2009 11:32:00 AM
Thank you for introducing me to your work - this is a wonderful tribute to life - thank you for your comments on my poem..
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Date: 4/21/2009 1:41:00 AM
infinitely cosmic ... existential truth ... richly woven into your art. Smiles and love
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Date: 4/2/2009 12:38:00 AM
Love this Sue. It filled my heart with gratitude. Lainie
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Date: 3/29/2009 6:10:00 PM
postively inspiring.
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Date: 3/28/2009 6:09:00 AM
Love this grateful write and the philosophy of the ride home. I count my blessings every day too for my blessed gifts, and for still being here. Love, Shar
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Date: 3/27/2009 7:16:00 PM
I think we all feel this way at times. The many parts we play throughout our lives. I think I did get stuck in that box though at one time...lol. Guess it's what makes us who we are today. Love the write Sue.
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