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The Bounty of a Long Life

What of life’s bounty will a long life ensure? What value is purpose as life we endure? Is it beauty, talent, or money we need? Is it fame or glory, or some secret creed? From the dawns early light ‘til twilight’s sunset, Which way shall I travel, which way’s my best bet? All I am is what I eat someone once said, Or am I the thoughts coming out of my head? We can’t take it with us, it must not be things. Surely, it’s not houses, or cars, or jeweled rings, It must be intrinsic, memories, and such. The things that our hearts are longing for so much. If a long life with purpose is what’s in store, We’ll be taking much less and giving much more.

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Valsa George

Date: 9/12/2023 10:14:00 PM

Gem of a poem..... Giving more and taking less should be our credo in life. If we think so and act in that line, we will get more than we desire. There is so much of wisdom and profundity in your poem, dear Bill. Love it.

Bill Baker
Date: 9/13/2023 7:42:00 PM

Thank you, my friend, for the kind and mindful comments always. Have a pleasant day. Bill

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 9/9/2023 7:32:00 AM

Filled with wisdom. I like the rhythm and flow of this piece.

Bill Baker
Date: 9/9/2023 8:17:00 AM

Thanks for the compliment, my friend. I'll be by later to read and comment on some of your fine poetry. Bill Reply

Nancy Kaufman

Date: 9/9/2023 6:20:00 AM

this is a very profound thought and reminds me of the need for down sizing in so many aspects of are daily living. It packs a very potent message. Enjoyed

Bill Baker
Date: 9/9/2023 8:18:00 AM

Thank you for your insights, Nancy. Downsizing is my kind of thing. :-) Less quantity for more quality ... sounds good to me. Thanks for the visits and comments, my friend. See you soon! Bill

Vijay Pandit

Date: 9/9/2023 4:27:00 AM

Words exuding wisdom my friend. Your message resonates in this poem. Great ending lines as well, Bill.

Bill Baker
Date: 9/9/2023 8:32:00 AM

Thank you, my friend, for the visits and comments. They are encouraging to me, Vijay. Have a nice weekend! Bill

Besma Riabi Dziri

Date: 9/9/2023 2:35:00 AM

WOW! With every single word and what it carries of meaning and wisdom there's a ripple spreading in my heart.. Each line is an ultimate beauty and a fave for me! Each line is a pure Light! A pure wonder! Thank you so much for sharing what you have in store! Bill, an honour and a great pleasure to read you.. Best regards. God bless you.

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 9/9/2023 1:56:00 AM

I love the tenor of your poem. So positive.

Bill Baker
Date: 9/9/2023 8:34:00 AM

Thanks, Victor. I hope you're do well. Bill

Kim Merryman

Date: 9/8/2023 5:23:00 PM

Bill, those last two lines are a perfect finish to this wonderful poem! Blessings, Kim M

Bill Baker
Date: 9/8/2023 5:40:00 PM

I happy those last two lines resonate with you, Kim, it shows me you're that kind of a person. Thanks for all the comments today. I enjoy reading your poetry, my friend. Smiles ~ Blessings Bill

Anonomus Scorpio

Date: 9/8/2023 5:03:00 PM

You are on an absolute roll my friend! Know this I would walk down that path with you or road of life in a heartbeat! Thank you for giving me a reason to smile! A.S.

Bill Baker
Date: 9/8/2023 5:07:00 PM

Thank you right back, for giving me a smile. I'd welcome the company, my friend. Bill