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The Final Curtain

THE FINAL CURTAIN It is appointed unto man once to die --- what then? and as the throes of death o'ertake me, will I enter some celestial place? If so, will I sojourn for eternity or be floating out in space beyond the firmament? Will my body lie in sweet repose for people to come and view my remains and perhaps besmirch my good name? What of my lissome spirit? What will become of it? Will it spiral off into nothingness as though it were a pinion driven by some magical gear? Yes, these are questions that arise in the minds of people who have no true understanding of life after death. The final curtain will fall for all mankind and he will face his eternal destiny. What is your destiny to be? Your answer lies solely with you! 22 May 2018 For the contest sponsored by Laura Loo

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Susan Gentry

Date: 7/4/2018 12:17:00 PM

Back again to congratulate you again for your win again with this thought-provoking poem. I am trying to do free verse and have a block or something with it. You make it appear so natural. :)

Curtis Moorman
Date: 7/4/2018 12:42:00 PM

Thank you, Susan, for such a complimentary message. As a person who has dealt in nothing but administration for all my adult life, I had to address correspondence to high ranking military personnel, congressmen and senators, etc. So, when I adapted that to free verse, it was not too difficult. See Soup Mail

Lu Loo

Date: 7/3/2018 6:42:00 AM

so true, ,the answer does lie solely with us doesn't it? great poem dear Curtis...thank you for your entry and congratulations on your placement :)-luloo

Curtis Moorman
Date: 7/3/2018 7:04:00 AM

Thank you luloo for the contest. Moreover, thank you for choosing my poem for placement. You are such an encouraging and inspiring person who has a sincere heart. it shows in your poems and in your comments on other people's poems. Yes, you an influence to other poets, budding as well as established.

Line Gauthier

Date: 6/9/2018 10:33:00 PM

Well done, Curtis. Congrats on your win.

Curtis Moorman
Date: 6/10/2018 2:45:00 PM

Thanks, Line. Always a pleasure to hear from you.

Susan Gentry

Date: 6/6/2018 12:35:00 AM

Congratulations on your placement with these profound questions and thoughts.

Curtis Moorman
Date: 6/6/2018 7:42:00 AM

Susan, I so much appreciate your thoughtfulness and your kind remarks. You always manage to lift my spirits with your responses. Thank you for your support.

Eve Roper

Date: 6/4/2018 7:54:00 PM

Great use of the 8 words , Curtis, with great inspirational imagery ; congratulations on your win! Hugs Eve

Curtis Moorman
Date: 6/6/2018 7:41:00 AM

Thanks, Eve! So good to hear from you and receive such kind remarks. I appreciate your support. Have a Blessed day!

Heidi Sands

Date: 6/4/2018 11:38:00 AM

Congratulations for your win Curtis :)

Curtis Moorman
Date: 6/4/2018 12:52:00 PM

Thank you, Heidi. It is a pleasure to see my poem in the winner's circle.

John Hamilton

Date: 6/4/2018 11:24:00 AM

Nice write Curtis, congrats on a fine placement!

Curtis Moorman
Date: 6/4/2018 12:51:00 PM

Thank you, John. I am honored to have placed in your contest. I appreciate your support. Moreover, I appreciate your generally stern but extremely fair method of judging. My win will give me the incentive to try harder, and that is the kind of encouragement any poet needs. Thanks again for selecting my poem as a winner.

Tom Cunningham

Date: 5/23/2018 8:05:00 AM

Great verse Curtis, yes, that final curtain awaits us all, as long as we lead a good life we have nothing to fear.As I said before, its the gateway to a better life. Tom

Curtis Moorman
Date: 5/23/2018 8:16:00 AM

Tom, I always appreciate it when I see your comment on my work. I value your friendship and support. God Bless you!

Robertina B.

Date: 5/22/2018 8:01:00 PM

An incredible free verse, Curtis.. Bravo!! Deep and profound.. Enjoyable to read..

Curtis Moorman
Date: 5/22/2018 8:20:00 PM

Robertina, what a pleasure to make your acquaintance. I truly appreciate and cherish your comment. It is extremely encouraging!

Robert L. Hinshaw

Date: 5/22/2018 7:51:00 PM

A great sermon, Curt!!!!! As we used to say in the AF, "that'll preach"! Take good care - Bob

Curtis Moorman
Date: 5/22/2018 8:17:00 PM

Well, just call me the poet pastor! lol. Thanks, Bob for that age old AF saying. I love the reminder. I'm not sure if this is really free verse, but I'm pleased with it. Glad that you think "it'll preach" .