The Rug

As Several look all the way up And stare at the sky Some will ask what and how Others will ask what and why. What must I do to get there And how long will it take? What did I do wrong, Why me oh fate? Because as several look up And see the birds fly, They'll also see those On their magic carpet ride. Those with patience or smarts, Or just a pure stroke of luck. They obtained their carpet To rise and soar above. So as several excrete blood, sweat, and tears Working their fingers to the bone. Day-in day-out They sew sew sew. Putting their souls into the dream Hoping one day to take flight On the magic carpet, Destination: the good life.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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Brown Avatar
September 5, 2012 at 6:48 AM
Congratulations on your well deserved win in SKAT's "Magic Carpet Ride" contest Ugo. Love, Carol
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September 4, 2012 at 6:24 PM
UGO , A LATE CONGRATS WITH MY MAGIC CARPET RIDE CONTEST... CHEERS.. SKAT
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September 1, 2012 at 12:53 PM
UGO, a very nice lovely entry... much enjoyed your win,, always~PD
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September 1, 2012 at 6:25 AM
Congratulations Ugo, what a wonderful ride and winning place xx
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