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Linking with Poets United for Poetry Pantry # 410
The past can't see you, but the future is listening. ~Terri Guillemets
There is no school for this
no pop quiz
nor multiple choice
for you to pencil in the answer
no
you can't get the info on line
nor read it from a text book
no preparation is provided
you just have to learn as you go
Life is like that
experience is a wild horse
that you have to ride hard to earn
and falling is only a bonus
that the future will reward
no saddle needed just make sure
you have your boots
thick jeans
and an open heart.
Insightful description of the learning curve of life.
ReplyDeleteWow! " falling is only a bonus
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I've got to try this image out with my experience falling. It could change my life.
Sigh. That's explains why no self-help books exist for transitioning from male to female. Especially, entering puberty, a second time.
ReplyDeleteI love "experience is a wild horse" and that open heart. You ride so well, Carrie!
ReplyDeleteYes! Especially the thick jeans and the open heart! Well done.
ReplyDeleteIt's hard to learn the value of staying up... if one doesn't fall at least once.
ReplyDeleteboots, thick jeans and an open heart... that I think is the way to get through most things...totally agree with that toolkit.
ReplyDeleteLove this! Life is definitely a wild horse and doesn't often wait for you to saddle up.
ReplyDeleteA wonderful write!!!
ReplyDelete"Life is a wild horse" well penned.
ReplyDeleteThanks for dropping by my Sunday Standard this week
Much🎀love
experience is a wild horse
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Wise words beautifully put Carrie!
Hank
what an apt description for life. :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a great quote! And a terrific poem to elaborate on it. Yes, experience is a wild horse indeed, and I love your recommendations as to what we need for the ride.
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