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The Daredevil

I thought to cross the busy lane but cobblestones cause foot pain As I chance upon a rushing stream her current whispers, 'Don't dare dream' When fragrance beckons from the rose angry bees buzz 'round my nose... While softly falls the swirling snow Might I fall? Who would know? --- And now to secure my tank's door Three cheers ~ I'm off to war

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Lindsay Laurie

Date: 1/9/2020 6:27:00 PM

G'day Gershon … almost everything we do is a gamble, but the odds are not so good in a life or death battle - thank you Gershon - Lindsay

Gershon Wolf
Date: 1/9/2020 9:52:00 PM

Taking your words to heart, Lindsay, I am going to be extremely careful crossing the street from now on! LOL. Thanks! ~ Broken Hip ---pie

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 1/9/2020 11:48:00 AM

A lot of people get discouraged in their journeys through life. To them, each impediment seems like an insurmountable obstacle. Taking action can be hard. Love the final two lines as sometimes it does feel like we live in a battle zone. Awesome writing, Gershon! Hugs, Carolyn

Gershon Wolf
Date: 1/9/2020 12:39:00 PM

Thank you for your comment and your all your kind words, Carolyn. In 2013, I taught with adult teachers who actually freaked out about having to change apartments from time to time. It was just 'too much' for them... Get out the play-do and the stuffed animals, I guess! :) gw

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 1/9/2020 5:11:00 AM

Oh, this ended on such a serious note! I was not expecting this. What a grave surprise.

Gershon Wolf
Date: 1/9/2020 12:36:00 PM

My newfound 'seriousness' may last a long time --- 36 - 48 hours even! LOL. Thanks, Caren! :) gw

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 1/8/2020 7:58:00 PM

Wow! Humans we are...worrying about the little things amidst the bigger ones

Gershon Wolf
Date: 1/8/2020 8:00:00 PM

Thanks for the spot-on comment, Kim, and for all of your support! Cheers, Gershon