The Journey

Not every wound is wicked,
Not every scar a flaw,

Not every tear an evil,
Not every hurt a loss,

For all the joy remembered
In spite of all the pain

Is worth the journey taken
There and back again.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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October 7, 2009 at 10:04 AM
Thank you for sharing your wonderful poetry with us today Nick. I enjoyed reading it. Love, Carol
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October 7, 2009 at 4:20 AM
There are thorns on the roses but aren't those roses sweet. Love the way that you approached the subject. Keep writing. Sara
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