Single Player Band


I watched one thousand waves crash on the shore
Echoing, howling, there is so much more
I watched one thousand trees sway East to West
I had fallen beneath them after doing my best
I could still hear the bird calling, from where I said goodbye
The bear on the mountain couldn't find me and wondered why
There's so much to do, so many worries, no time to cry
There's too much to look for when feeling lost, but I try
A Daisy used to be enough to bring a smile
And the frosted snow covered tree tops carried me a mile
Shining in a glory from a hilltop that was mine
To lose where I was grounded, I'm still trying to be fine
For now, I'm just a wanderer, missing home and what I had
Tossing smiles around, but admitting that I'm sad
From moving water, to shining trees, all across the land
I continue marching, like a single player band

Heidi Sands

12/22/24

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Date: 1/3/2025 12:47:00 PM
Heidi, your poem is so sad, you have been through so much since the toxic devastation caused so much heartache. I'm so sorry. I can only send virtual hugs and prayers, but my thoughts have turned your way and I have remembered to pray for you as you have come to mind. I hope you will have a happy and healthy 2025. I hope things will get better. Hugs and prayers <3
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Heidi Sands
Date: 1/3/2025 2:24:00 PM
You have always been so supportive. Although this has bern a lengthy ordeal, I am getting by. Have to find my way and restore what I had. Thank you for the kind comment. I wish you a happy, safe New Year. I appreciate your kindness. Hugs and Blessings :)
Date: 1/3/2025 11:04:00 AM
A vulnerable poem straight from your beautiful heart Heidi….l sense your sadness and understandably so….it hasn't been easy for you. I truly hope Heidi that 2025 will be a good year for you…one of health, happiness and fulfilment my friend! Sending lots of cuddles….Debx
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Heidi Sands
Date: 1/3/2025 12:23:00 PM
Hi Deb. Thank you for your kind comment. I hope you have a great 2025. Safe, healthy and peaceful. I appreciate you :)
Date: 12/31/2024 8:41:00 AM
Happy new year to Heidi, hope it brings you good health and happiness. Tom
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Date: 12/31/2024 4:26:00 PM
Thank you Tom. Happy New Year too. I wish you the best. Happiness, peace and good health to you too. I appreciate your kind comment :)
Date: 12/31/2024 2:47:00 AM
Such a heartfelt piece Heidi with inspiration. God bless you... Wishing you a healthy and safe New Year...
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Heidi Sands
Date: 12/31/2024 4:39:00 AM
Thank you very much Michael. I hope you have a happy and safe New Year too :)
Date: 12/26/2024 11:17:00 AM
Heidi, your beautiful yet plaintive words echo the range of life's experiences as you recognize the totality of life's emotions. Your final line recognizes your steadfastness in putting one foot in front of the other as pilgrim and "wanderer." This is lovely in spirit and words! As the old song says "Just keep walking" beautiful spirit. We will walk with you! Merry Christmas to you in this season of joy!
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Date: 12/26/2024 11:29:00 AM
Thank you for your kind and supportive input Sam . I appreciate it very much. Your understanding means a lot. Merry Christmss to you too!
Date: 12/23/2024 11:33:00 AM
Hello Heidi, You sound sad to me. I can tell by reading your poem. I felt like that a few days ago. now i feel better. We all have our ups and downs. Hugs. /Darlene/
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Date: 12/23/2024 2:14:00 PM
Hello Heidi, I am glad you are okay. Your welcome. Merry Christmas all the best for the New Year. Hugs. /Darlene/
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Heidi Sands
Date: 12/23/2024 12:57:00 PM
Yes there is some sadness from loss, but I am ok. I am glad you feel.better. yes, we all have our ups and downs. Thank you Darlene for your kind, understanding message. Merry Christmas. Hugs :)
Date: 12/23/2024 6:51:00 AM
I know; I often wonder, looking back...have a done anything of lasting value? Probably not. Blessings my friend. Hang in there. God and you are a majority.
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Heidi Sands
Date: 12/23/2024 7:07:00 AM
Thank you Joe. I hope you have a nice Christmas. Blessings :)
Date: 12/22/2024 11:00:00 PM
Normally, I love sad poems, but mine are mostly fiction. Your poem seems too real. You must find a haven to cheer up. Merry Christmas.
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Heidi Sands
Date: 12/23/2024 7:06:00 AM
Yes, a nice haven sounds good Victor. Thank you. Merry Christmas :)
Date: 12/22/2024 8:04:00 PM
I can sense the pain in your verse Heidi, I know things haven't gone well for you the last couple of years. I hope you find your way again and find peace in your life. I hope you have a happy and peaceful Christmas and good health and happiness in the new year. Tom
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Heidi Sands
Date: 12/23/2024 7:05:00 AM
Thank you Tom. Yes, a couple rough years losing home I had so long to toxins. I hope you have a happy and peaceful Christmas too. Enjoy :)
Date: 12/22/2024 4:41:00 PM
- A slightly sad poem, Heidi :) - "so many worries, no time to cry" ... it will be alright my friend - I wish you a peaceful and Merry Christmas :) - hugs
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Heidi Sands
Date: 12/23/2024 7:04:00 AM
Thanks Anne-Lise . Merry Christmas :) hugs
Date: 12/22/2024 2:02:00 PM
Single Player Band: written 12/22/24 Heidi Sands
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