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The Ultimate Goal

How do I leave a legacy What do I leave behind What good can I do While I’m here on this earth To affect the whole of mankind The desire to leave a legacy Lives within us all Whether very near the surface Or deep within the walls To do something good And leave a mark On future generations Gives a sense of purpose A feeling that we mattered In spite of our limitations To be remembered for something I did Or places that I went Matters to no one but me in the end No matter my intent But the things I write And the things I say Can affect more than one In a huge profound way May my words travel far And reach to the soul To change the world The ultimate goal

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Gershon Wolf

Date: 6/14/2020 6:33:00 PM

The pen is mightier than the, than the, than the... Well I was actually going to say limp strands of spaghetti, but then again, put enough good-tasting sauce on them, and those limp strands can taste 'mighty good. lol... Sometimes a few intermediate steps help us reach our 'ultimate purpose.' Smiles, Gershon

Gordon Mcconnell

Date: 6/13/2020 3:12:00 AM

A lovely piece excellently penned Julia, I love your focus on our ultimate goal which we all need to focus on. I have just looked at your bio and you're a busy lady but one having a full life. Every blessing from Scotland, Gordon

Julia A Keirns
Date: 6/24/2020 10:08:00 AM

Thank you so much for all of your encouragement! It really does mean a lot.

Rico Leffanta

Date: 6/12/2020 1:38:00 PM

A kind word is never lost! Aloha! Rico

Julia A Keirns
Date: 6/24/2020 10:07:00 AM

Absolutely. Thank you.