You'd better contemplate your journey now.
Talk as you would walk with a natural gait.
Learn to wait, stand your ground, take a bow.
Be patient, be present ... anticipate.
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By all means stride out, by all means leap forth.
But do take care, know when enough's enough.
This is the stuff of immeasurable worth;
the fortitude you need when things get tough.
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You are where are, for good purpose; there
not to stagnate, not to stop, you're there to make
the most of moments (rehearse and prepare)
and then, when you're ready, release the brake.
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As a general rule, what's far becomes near.
Life, as is our school, renders most things clear.
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© Tim Grace, 18 July 2012
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Tim Grace
A first impression has a lasting effect - it makes a notable difference. In a subtle way that’s who I am as a poet. A ‘first impression’ looking for the gentle ‘twist’ that draws attention to a novel observation.
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