Turning One

I waited 40 years to turn One for the fifth time.
Cheers to the tears earned in a life's rhyme just
and to remember who we are. I'm 'here' and I'm
not far. It's the first, fifth time I've dared. ;)
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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Strand Avatar
August 14, 2009 at 2:04 AM
Thank you for the 'mention ' in your contest Izzy and thank you for your welcome comments today Rgds Brian
Richards Avatar
August 13, 2009 at 1:42 PM
I like the way your numbers add up !! :) Clever poem, Izzy!! ~ love, Carrie
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August 13, 2009 at 12:53 PM
41 years old, Izzy? (1,11,21,31,41...) And Cheers to the tears that did not fall because of the many good choices made and much wisdom learned in every first, fifth time. Mistakes are where they belong.>>> in the past. Happy Life Day, Everyday! Lovingly Dane.
Devonshire Avatar
August 13, 2009 at 9:28 AM
Witty but also poignant, Izzy. Happy Birthday wishes for the fifth time you've turned "one." Happy Friendship Week! Love, Carolyn
Culverhouse Avatar
August 13, 2009 at 6:57 AM
I like it, just one a different kind of math. I am one also
Kendrick Avatar
August 13, 2009 at 4:01 AM
The 0's get me after that it's a piece of cake or a downhill slide. Beautifully written. Sara
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