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Those Moments I Hold

those moments i hold when love held me jewels that adorn my memory some are of you others are lodges far deeper a populated field of young wannabe future all-stars filling a sandlot full of future where wild horses reign free you lost in hugging the dog the cat cuddles up next to you even deeper those pigtails the temptation before me how else do you tell them I have it bad for you which I had perfected the moment I saw you that instant love brings you into its' sweet embrace and so I measure life as such these jewels within memory and nothing in life may intrude bitterness stands as an anathema before Grace I give no quarter to resentments because I have no expectations wherever life takes me this is the only bag I carry love's sweet embrace life is a miracle deserving a devotion of gratitude Oregon 7/23

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Valsa George

Date: 8/7/2023 6:43:00 AM

So sweet and highly inspiring ! Life is a miracle deserving a devotion of gratitude, where there is no room for resentments ! The only bag you carry is love's embrace. You are never ridden by desires or expectations. With a light baggage, you get ready to travel as far as the road takes you ! Happy is such a man. Love your poem dear Timothy !

Sally Eslinger

Date: 7/10/2023 8:53:00 AM

This reads for me as a poem Absolutely Inspired! You can tell me that you edited it for 3 days, but I won’t believe you. A heaven sent work, spoke for me too, but i was in ballet class not sandlot. Thank you for writing this. Standing applause! Cheers! God bless you! xox sally

Timothy Ray
Date: 7/10/2023 9:11:00 AM

thank you Sally....you are a wonderful part of my life reminding me of why and how we pray for those facing hard times in health...i begin with them, then pray for those closest for hope, acceptance, and strength in this endeavor....then I pray for the medical community who must care for this endeavor....i know their burden having been one...in a bathroom crying praying for God to fill your heart with acceptance

Suzanne Delaney

Date: 7/8/2023 12:00:00 PM

Bitterness destroys from within. Like a worm in an apple. It takes a lot of faith to have no expectations. It leaves room for things to flow to you naturally. Gratitude adds grace to living. I really love this poem. So much I relate to. Added to my Favorites List. Hugs, Pix

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 7/6/2023 10:18:00 PM

So enchanting, Timothy and so loving.

Timothy Ray
Date: 7/8/2023 12:21:00 PM

thank you Andrea....i am a big fan of yours, young lady

Vijay Pandit

Date: 7/6/2023 4:42:00 PM

Precious moments you hold of splendid memories dwelling in love of life and family. A poem graceful, Tim. Endearing vibes you convey of gratitude. A potent write.

Mystic Rose Rose

Date: 7/6/2023 3:06:00 PM

life is a miracle deserving a devotion of gratitude, best luminous lines I ever did hear Timothy, your poem opens the doors to my heart, I'm not surprised. Thankyou for writing such weighty poems, :) kxh

Timothy Ray
Date: 7/6/2023 3:15:00 PM

thank you Rose....that is what my front license plate says...had it specially made as a daily reminder....a grateful heart keeps one away from becoming a hateful heart...i occasionally watch Pollyanna....and still to this day embark on the Glad Game...if you Google the woman who wrote it you will find a treasure trove of her wisdom

Vickey Rhymer

Date: 7/6/2023 1:35:00 PM

Thoughtfully versed Mr.Ray .I always enjoy your work.

Timothy Ray
Date: 7/6/2023 3:16:00 PM

thank you Vickey....enjoyed my visit to you today

James Marshall Goff

Date: 7/6/2023 12:49:00 PM

Am on the West Coast myself Timothy! visiting fam...but departure to Minnesota shortly! such true emotion here, strong, accepting, inner thoughts well expressed Timothy, thanks for sharing!

Timothy Ray
Date: 7/6/2023 12:56:00 PM

lived in Fergus Falls for a decade.... a beautiful state and mostly good people like everyone else... but for me it ends here, my traveling is over...time to get to know grand and great-grand....have a good trip home