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Downstream

The water is cold, I sit stiffly in the boat. Again, I am lost. The oars are secured. Going downstream is a risk, My eyes are open I am quite a wreck, Not knowing where to begin. My eyes squeeze shut. Where will I go now? Lethergy lulls me to sleep, I breathe in and out. Surely, I must move? The wind is silent and calm I spin all around. Let go of the oars! Today is the day to trust. The sun is warming, Stretch out and relax. Shallow water is muddy, Not life threatening.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2010




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Date: 6/4/2010 5:36:00 PM
Nice haiku series. Congratulations on making it through the first round of the Poetry Soup contest with this poem. Best wishes in the finals. Karen
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Date: 6/3/2010 12:48:00 PM
Congratulations on your poetry making it through the first round Karen. I wish you the best in the finals. Love, Carol
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Date: 4/12/2010 12:21:00 PM
Many congrats on your featured piece this week. Rgds Janette
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Date: 4/12/2010 11:16:00 AM
Congratulations on your poetry being featured this week Karen. May you have many more features. Love, Carol
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Date: 1/29/2010 5:33:00 AM
Very beautiful, and inspiring poem, I love it!! Welcome to the soup. May your days be flowing with inspiration.
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