Whatever Was Begun Without Due Heed

Whatever was begun without due heed
And all that was not properly conceived,
Although a promise and a pledge were given,
It is right to hesitate — to press on or draw back. 

Christopher M. Swan 2008
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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March 22, 2026 at 9:17 AM
decisions....decisions....nicely done Christopher....a subtle hint of warning amid the adventure
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