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Inspired by the book Jonathan Livingston Seagull by Richard Bach

When I see a lone seagull Circling high above I’m reminded of Jonathan And recognize his kindred spirit As one who would not stoop For discarded french fries In a stripmall parking lot I wonder as up above he circles How grand his aspirations His dreams and fantasies As he soars the openness of the skies I often think of Jonathan And stop to wonder if I myself Am soaring to the heights I should AP: Honorable Mention 2021 Posted on May 5, 2019

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Caren Krutsinger

Date: 5/8/2019 11:22:00 AM

"I wonder as up above he circles How grand his aspirations His dreams and fantasies" - this is so 1969's and early 70's! Adore it!

Line Gauthier
Date: 5/8/2019 11:40:00 AM

Absolutely. Thanks for your much appreciated visit and compliment, Caren.

Timothy Mcguire

Date: 5/6/2019 3:21:00 PM

Miss Line, the theme of my graduation, prom and my yearbook was Jonathan Livingston Seagull. This write brought back some great memories of 1974. Thank you.

Line Gauthier
Date: 5/6/2019 7:25:00 PM

I totally agree that it is such a fond memory of yesteryear, Timothy. Everyone of our generation knows Jonathan.

Gershon Wolf

Date: 5/6/2019 2:49:00 PM

Wonderful, philosophical, reflective write. I want you to know that this poem is going to be pinned to the wall right in front of my desk, to remind me to heed its words!!! Great stuff, Line. A FAVE! Best wishes, gw

Line Gauthier
Date: 5/6/2019 7:25:00 PM

What a wonderful compliment, Gershon. I am touched.

Panagiota Romios

Date: 5/6/2019 2:44:00 AM

Hi Line, thanks for the reminder about Jonathan!-)) Happy Soaring to You. PANAGIOTA

Line Gauthier
Date: 5/6/2019 6:05:00 AM

Thanks, Panagiota. Much appreciated.