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life is not something
that happens to you
every decision you make
is a brick in the wall
of your lifestyle

the way you stand
your outlook on life
builds the tower
that bears your strength

your dreams and mantra
becomes your effigy
your monument to the world

every action undertaken
affects your surroundings

a ripple effect on your universe



AP: Honorable Mention 2021
Copyright © | Year Posted 2020

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Krutsinger Avatar
July 17, 2020 at 2:38 AM
"your dreams and mantra becomes your effigy your monument to the world" - Perfect. This would have been enough; the other was gravy and frosting.
Gauthier Avatar
July 17, 2020 at 8:45 AM
LOL thank you so much, Caren ~
Wolf Avatar
July 8, 2020 at 11:27 PM
Love the images of the brick wall and the monuments, referencing building oneself strong... Very nice. Thanks, Gershon
Gauthier Avatar
July 8, 2020 at 11:38 PM
Thanks for your much appreciated visit and comment, Gershon ~
Mcguire Avatar
July 8, 2020 at 10:53 PM
I agree every single thing we do goes out in a ripple and touches everyone it touches. Like the first poem of yours we read.
Gauthier Avatar
July 8, 2020 at 11:37 PM
Thanks, much appreciated, Timothy ~
Somadas Avatar
July 8, 2020 at 12:49 AM
a ripple effect on your universe.. So true Line.. life is not something that happens to you alone.. We are just a part of life..Beautiful thoughts..
Gauthier Avatar
July 8, 2020 at 10:29 AM
Thanks for your much appreciated visit and comment, Jenish ~
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