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The Richness of Life

I've given up a lot
   To fight for things that I believe in.
Now and then I've won,
   But now and then I guess I've lost.
Always traveled lightly.
   So many places that I've been.
I wonder sometimes
   If the fight was worthy of the cost.

Coins are in my pockets,
   But far less than I would like.
Many dreams I've had
   That I'm sure never will not come true.
It's getting hard to walk. 
   Sure as hell can't take a hike.
But I am rich, my friends. 
   As long as I've got friends like you.

Copyright © Robert Nehls | Year Posted 2014

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Pashang Salehi Date: 5/22/2016 2:30:00 AM You're absolutely right....Your richness is obvious. Login to Reply

Arlene Smith Date: 7/22/2014 8:39:00 PM If you have friends, the fight was worthy of the cost.. Hugs, my dear friend... Arlene Login to Reply Robert Nehls Date: 7/23/2014 5:55:00 AM You are right, Arlene. There are many a rich person that stand alone with nothing but their money which if looked at carefully is worth nothing. Your comments are cherished, my dear... Robert.

Andrea Dietrich Date: 7/21/2014 5:11:00 PM yes, this is what life is ALL AbOUT. GREAT friendships, poetry and the richness of life. Awesome message poem, my friend. Login to Reply Robert Nehls Date: 7/22/2014 2:57:00 AM Life is a wonderful thing and I'm glad you put poetry in there. Sharing poetry with friends does truly enrich one life. Thanks so much, Andrea..... Robert.

Carol Eastman Date: 7/20/2014 1:12:00 PM Touching. Who ever you wrote this for should be honored. Login to Reply

Robin Davis Date: 7/19/2014 7:54:00 AM Robert A wonderfully written poem on friendship. True friends are hard to find, but once we do, we have to make sure to be one right back through good and bad. Thank you for the fun and sweet comment on my Secret Poem. Yes, Mr. Ed was a fantastic horsie. LOL Login to Reply Robert Nehls Date: 7/22/2014 3:19:00 AM Thanks again, Robin, for reading my poetry. Your comments are always welcome. Friendship is truly a special relationship to be cherished..... Robert.

Jerry T Curtis Date: 7/19/2014 6:49:00 AM Regina gave you a Blessing from God, I take those quiet ernest, my friend. God bless ! Login to Reply Robert Nehls Date: 7/22/2014 3:16:00 AM Thanks, Jerry. I take those blessings to heart myself, my friend.... Robert.

Regina Mcintosh Date: 7/18/2014 10:42:00 PM Friends are wonderful... enjoyed your poem and God bless you. Login to Reply Robert Nehls Date: 7/22/2014 2:53:00 AM Yes they are wonderful, Regina, and essential for a well rounded life. Thanks for your comments, my friend.... Robert.

Poet Destroyer A Date: 7/18/2014 2:04:00 PM Thank you right back with smiles.. Linda Login to Reply

Poet Destroyer A Date: 7/17/2014 5:46:00 PM Hello Robert, I know how you feel, I've lost and gained. I stay true till the end. I sure love and enjoyed how you ended this poem. More power to the friends we choose.. XOX..Linda Login to Reply Robert Nehls Date: 7/18/2014 8:31:00 AM You understand this one for sure and I'm so happy you commented, Linda. That's exactly what I meant to say. One who has true friends is also a true friend. Thank you so much, my friend.... Robert.

Tim Smith Date: 7/17/2014 4:55:00 PM Friends are more valuable than any amount of money...Sure money is nice but friends are where you'll find your true riches Login to Reply Robert Nehls Date: 7/18/2014 8:17:00 AM So true, Tim. Pretty lonely sitting at the top of a pile of money if you have no friends. One who has true friends if far happier. Thanks, my friend..... Robert.

Jadazzle United Date: 7/17/2014 1:27:00 PM You are lucky Robert and all the riches in the world can't buy you friends or health for that matter:-) Hugs Jan xxx Login to Reply Robert Nehls Date: 7/18/2014 8:08:00 AM Thanks so much, Jan. You are so right about that. Friends are to be cherished. Your comments are always appreciated, my friend..... Robert.