There were things I did not know (could not know).
There were words I was yet to write, a still
Small voice, yet to claim. ‘Tis life’s greatest thrill,
To light an unknown match, and watch it glow.
I would do great things. I would swing my feet
O’er fences, walls, tall gates to walk amid
The places I had never seen, and bid
Farewell to my young self, to future meet.
Places that could hold me fast, scoop me out
And fill me with their beads, their jasmine ways.
Here comes tomorrow in its dusky haze.
I have seen the future; she’s ours to sprout.
Where so much is known today, I decree
To stay a great surprise, most so to me.
What a wonderful, hopeful image of self! I shall look inside to find my own “jasmine ways.” Thank you for this bright-eyed moment. -MRB
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thanks so much for reading MRB! glad you enjoyed it!
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Brilliant, Lois!
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thank you Eric!
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Oh man.
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<3!
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Lovely
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thank you dear Christine
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Lois Linkens on Whisper and the Roar
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Young voice, never loud, yet constant, true, heard now and of the future to applause…
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it is so nice to hear from you again! thanks for being such a support.
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Lois E. Linkens on Whisper and Roar
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Reblogged this on The Militant Negro™.
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thanks for sharing this!
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Reblogged this on lois e. linkens and commented:
my latest piece on Whisper and the Roar, as part of the ‘I Knew My…’ collaborative series!
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You amaze me! ❤
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Kindra ❤
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Please read and enjoy the work of a talented writer.
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I loved the poetry today. Thank you.
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THanks John!
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You are welcome Lois.
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