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Two Young Boys

Two young boys read about gold and adventure,
   
this started a life long obsession.
               
The years went by,
                                                 
school-jobs and a business to buy.
         
Gold and adventure would fill their soul,
                 
now these young boys have turned into men of old.
Still looking for that one huge load,
                         
they went to an island in a far off land.
             
Many have died here but the story says one more to go,
 
then the treasure and adventure will be done.
     
Could this all be just plain fork lore or maybe it is all gone,
what year will finish this story-what year will finish this adventure.
     
Two young boys still wanting to find the gold and adventure,
still not ready to give up.
                                                                       
Date Written: 2/28/2021
1 Place
Note: My write is about a true sorry that is still going on to this day.
"Vanishing" old or new for a prize Contest Judged: 3/1/2021
Sponsored by:Carolyn Devonshire

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Date: 3/6/2021 9:48:00 AM
Dear Paula, your poem's vivid imagery and emotion makes the two young boys' yearning for adventure palpable and so very enjoyable. Congratulations for a wonderful win in Carolyn's contest. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan
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Paula Goldsmith
Date: 3/6/2021 12:59:00 PM
Thank You, for writing, for your kind words and for your congratulations. Glad you like this fun write. It is an honor to have a win. Have a blessed day...............
Date: 3/6/2021 8:42:00 AM
Hi Paula, Congratulations on your 1st place Win!! And a winner it is indeed! Take Care, Paulette
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Paula Goldsmith
Date: 3/6/2021 12:57:00 PM
Thank You, for writing and for your congratulations. It is an honor to have a win. Have a blessed day..............
Date: 3/5/2021 12:38:00 PM
lovely write indeed - such a well deserved win
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Paula Goldsmith
Date: 3/6/2021 6:58:00 AM
Thank You, for reading, for writing and for your kind words. Glad you enjoyed this fun write. It is an honor to have a win. Have a blessed day writing away...............
Date: 3/2/2021 6:23:00 PM
Congratulations Paula, truly wonderful poetry.
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Paula Goldsmith
Date: 3/3/2021 7:48:00 AM
Thank You, for writing, for your kind words and for your congratulations. Glad you enjoyed this write. It is an honor to have a win. Have a blessed day...............
Date: 3/2/2021 3:03:00 PM
Paula, congratulations on your win in Carolyn's contest with this excellent poem _Constance
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Paula Goldsmith
Date: 3/2/2021 4:49:00 PM
Thank You, for writing, for your kind words and for your congratulations. Glad you enjoyed this gold and adventure write. It is an honor to have a win in Carolyn's contest. You did an amazing write in her contest. Have a blessed day writing away...............
Date: 3/1/2021 3:15:00 PM
There’s gold in them darn hills! they will never find enough though Paula, I enjoyed reading your poem, very honest and true, congratulations on top placement, cheers David
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Paula Goldsmith
Date: 3/2/2021 4:41:00 PM
Thank You, for writing and for your congratulations. Glad you enjoyed this write. It is an honor to have a win. Have a blessed day writing away...............
Date: 3/1/2021 1:39:00 PM
Congratulations on your win - and what a lovely poem and story about two young boys on an adventure not yet ready to give up. David Holmes
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Paula Goldsmith
Date: 3/2/2021 4:40:00 PM
Thank You, for writing and for your congratulations. Glad you enjoyed this fun poem. It is an honor to have a win. They are now getting older. I hope they find what they have been looking for, for a number of years before one of them passes away. That would be a huge shame. Have a blessed day writing away ...............
Date: 3/1/2021 11:42:00 AM
what a fabulous tale Paula, many congrats on your win:-) hugs Jan xx
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Paula Goldsmith
Date: 3/1/2021 1:27:00 PM
Thank You, for writing and for your congratulations. It is an honor to have a win. Glad you enjoyed this fun write. Have a blessed day writing away ................
Date: 3/1/2021 11:21:00 AM
Young people have dreams that include adventure and wealth. I enjoyed this story, Paula. Very interesting. Congratulations on a second place in the contest! Best wishes, Carolyn
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Paula Goldsmith
Date: 3/1/2021 1:26:00 PM
Thank You, for writing and for your congratulations. It is an honor to have a win in your wonderful contest. I am glad you enjoyed this fun gold and adventure write. Have a blessed day writing away ................
Date: 2/28/2021 8:53:00 PM
Paula, great story. My husband introduced me to gold dredging when we met; and it is very addicting, but so much fun. Thank you for your visit on my poem, “ Harbinger Birds of Spring” and leaving a wonderful compliment and congratulations. Hugs Eve
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Paula Goldsmith
Date: 3/1/2021 8:10:00 AM
Thanks for writing and for congratulations. Glad you like this gold and adventure write. They want to find the huge one. I wish them good luck. They have spent many millions and are still spending. As you said, "it is very addicting." Guess it is. It can be a hobby unless the gold bug bites you. Have a blessed day writing away with hugs................
Date: 2/28/2021 4:05:00 PM
Hello Paula … gold fever can drive many insane and creates tunnel vision in searching for El Dorado. You’ve explained this well Paula - Lindsay
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Paula Goldsmith
Date: 3/1/2021 1:21:00 PM
Thanks for writing. Yes, "gold fever can drive many insane." Glad you like this one. Have a blessed day writing away..................
Date: 2/28/2021 1:40:00 PM
Hi Paula, Doing it for a hobby from time to time is one thing, but making it a lifelong endeavor is a bit much. I enjoyed the read. Have a great day:-) Alexis
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Paula Goldsmith
Date: 3/1/2021 8:01:00 AM
Thanks for writing. The boy/men have been doing this all their lives. They want to find the huge one. I wish them good luck. They have spent many millions and are still spending. Have a blessed day writing away...............
Date: 2/28/2021 10:44:00 AM
Some folk get the taste for it and like you say become obsessed never giving up. Hope you're well Paula. Tom
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Paula Goldsmith
Date: 2/28/2021 10:48:00 AM
Thanks for writing. It was good to hear from you. I am well/blessed. I hope all is well/OK/blessed with you. Have a blessed day/week................

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