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The Search For Love

The Search For Love Truth is a two-edged sword, you will be cut by nonsense, not by circumstance, my son, and blinded to its darker side you'll drift in seas of innocence, as carefree as a neophyte with all the answers pending, daft and delirious, your youth is barely spent, and dreams are never-ending, immerse yourself in fantasies as long as you are able, and nestle, tightly held in heaven's tending. The twin deceits will wriggle as you learn, and even good will bring you sorrow, as the ways of evil cause you strife; differentiate, discern that which you can beg or borrow to lend a sweet contentment to your life. Everyone will aggravate and meddle, good and bad will jostle for attention, the guilty and the innocent, whatever they can camouflage or peddle to cheat on their redemption, beware the sly recalcitrant! The glory of the earth is set before you, flora, fauna, the duplicity of man, the dust of stars, the rubble of creation, the planets slowly spinning into view. Amidst the whirl, the waste, do what you can, identify the source of inspiration, the sounds of summer singing in the grass, birdsong, and the bliss of flowers in bloom, the unity of things, below, above, you'll make a difference in the days that pass, and give your fellow seekers elbow room, uncompromising in your search for love.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2009




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Date: 2/20/2009 6:19:00 AM
In a round about way, this is similar to the advice I gave my son while he was growing up (fatherless at that) He has made a wonderful life for himself and follows his heart to accomplish his dream...Absolute wonderful write Keith.
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Date: 2/15/2009 12:13:00 PM
"Immerse Yourself in Fantasies as Long as You Are Able!" Oh, to be young again but have the wisdom to appreciate those fantasies. Another wonderful poem that paints vivid images! Thanks for reading "Too Fast for Me." I lie awake at night, sometimes, thinking of my father and the loss really stings. Carolyn
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Date: 1/27/2009 3:56:00 AM
Wow....this poem is breath-taking. I would like to say nice things about it but its temporarily rendered me speechless so....suffice it to say, I wish I could write stuff like this. It's superb. love, Amy
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Date: 1/18/2009 2:28:00 PM
uh, take away the ed.... I am studdering in my writing today. lol
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Date: 1/18/2009 2:27:00 PM
I am blowned away by the beauty of your words of wisdom... Okay I am putting you as a fav. :) best regards always, Lucinda
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Date: 1/15/2009 8:20:00 AM
This is the poem of a true artist. Congratulations. Déirdre Ó Maidín
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Date: 1/15/2009 7:20:00 AM
We are who we are and life is as it is...and yet we strive for those things perfect to us. Your words set much muse aflowing my friend. A delight to read such an inspiring piece! Keep that pen moving natures dance flourishes from it!!
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Date: 1/15/2009 6:12:00 AM
This is pure beauty my friend. Beautiful language that cascade throughout the poem. Great write.
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Date: 1/14/2009 7:22:00 PM
This is just so gorgeous, Keith. You've really "wowed" me on this one! Sigh.
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Date: 1/14/2009 4:33:00 PM
Well wow Keith. What a lucky son you have. If I had been given such advice and it actually was absorbed, I would be way ahead of everyone else. You are a wise, talented man. Wonderful write. Love, Shar
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Date: 1/14/2009 4:30:00 PM
"a carefree neophyte" flows better Keith "chose" in stead of That..I want to kick that out of the English language. second stanza PERFECTION!"The glory of the earth is set before you, flora, fauna, the duplicity of man,the dust of stars, the rubble of creation,the planets slowly spinning into view.Amidst the whirl, the waste, do what you can,identify the source of inspiration,!!! Light & Love Debbie Guzzi
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Date: 1/13/2009 12:30:00 PM
deep poetry and love the story it has to my heart. enjoyed reading it and have a good day.
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Date: 1/13/2009 7:52:00 AM
This is a very beautiful and uplifting write that I believe takes an honest look at what we can learn and do as life's journey throws difficult situations at us. I feel honored that an artist like you would take the time to appreciate my own poetry. Thank you.
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Date: 1/12/2009 12:51:00 PM
nice work! truth is a two-edged sword, I like your style!.....Maryam
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Date: 1/12/2009 12:32:00 PM
Wonderful advice for our sons, Keith. Reminds me of the song, "Father and Son", by Cat Stevens. Not fun, as a parent, when one's child begins "The Search For Love", and finds obstacles in its path. Their "sorrow" can be fitered into our own hearts. Beautifully done, Keith! Wishing you and yours the best! God bless...Love, Mikki
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Date: 1/12/2009 11:35:00 AM
Keith I really enjoyed this. So many phrases are written so beautifully and the message will always be valid. laurie
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Date: 1/12/2009 10:56:00 AM
Wow. This is awesome advice and rings clear with truths, throughout. "Truth is a two-edged sword" "the sounds......bliss of flowers in bloom" are wonderful phrases. Your vision and insight are inspirational, Keith. Love and hugs, Robin
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