The Ifs of Life

The Ifs of Life

Daddy always used to say:

Ifs are like the tower of Babylon,
They can’t get you anywhere.
Only by the  facts of a life can one get
From here to there.  


A verse from my poem,  “Daddy Always Used To Say.”
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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Deeks Avatar
May 31, 2012 at 11:54 PM
Hello...so true and beautifully put...tyvm karen
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May 31, 2012 at 11:55 PM
went on to look for the full poem“Daddy Always Used To Say.” but no luck... karen
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April 25, 2012 at 9:58 PM
WD. if... is the biggest word..I have ever came across... if..is the only word, that stands alone in my book... if only! we can all say... If only we could reach out to God.,, but your father is right... love your verse...always...PD
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April 25, 2012 at 1:29 PM
Always listen to advice from your father, well written W.D. - Wish you luck in contest. - oxox love Anne-Lise
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