North is the airport the hum of planes
preparing for take off
reminds of exotic destinations
as I love to explore
diverse cultures and cuisines
south is the cow pasture
where the herd grazes
trees that attract the birds
reminds me of nature
our umbilical cord
east is the highway hum
people frantically rushing
about their daily life
reminds me I’m close to a rural
town with all the box and dice
west is a long straight road
direct to new locations
as yet unexplored
reminds me of a future
with endless possibilities
relocated to a van park
more than seventy varied
characters, many dealing
with strife,
not coping with life
how to heal this community …
busy setting up still so not reading as much, sorry!
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Hi Kate, I’ve been reading back through your posts, and I came across this gorgeous poem about your relocation. Your such a durable and positive soul, and you have a lovely outlook on life, and it is an inspiration for me….. I’d Love to write to you in a email and send you some pic’s of my trip to New York and Philadelphia (especially Philly), my email is
steveivo@outlook.com if you like to, may be you’ll contact me….xx
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You’re such an amazing wordsmith Kate. Hope life is treating you well and those around you. Take care 🙏
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I hope your relocation is going well. Most just want a listening ear”..a great way to connect with new people. I hope it’s so with your new community.
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When asked how to deal with life, there is no answer.
Greetings
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The fact that you are there means there is still plenty good in this world. Bless you, Kate! You are amazing. I thought about your poem as I walked my dear black lab, Cody, this morning. Met two runners and they were both friendly and responsive. Your positive vibes reach far down that road.
Wonderful poem!
Thank you for posting. 🙂
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oh this is such a hertening and encouraging comment Paul! You just made my day, thanks so much!
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Good to see you are settling down quite quickly Kate.
See the destiny, you had to move here but someone/many need your help Kate.
I am sure you will treat them good but hope they do the same 😀
Good wishes KAte.
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Hoping things go well for you Kate. Perhaps this is an opening door to spread hope and love. To be a bright spot to shine in the lives of others.
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I hope your new location is to your liking, Kate. You’ve had a few changes of late. May this be a good one.
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Best wishes for settlin’ in, Kate! And best wishes for those new-folk around you! I know, in each direction, you will share smiles and ❤ and teach what you know by word and by example! 🙂 You will be a bright ☀️ sunny spot in their lives! I know you will find ways to make a difference! 🙂 Why? Because you are Kate!!! 🙂
HUGS!!! 🙂
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oh you just radiate love Carolyn … please come visit and help me to spread the love!
Got water after 8 weeks of carting … finally washed my dishes in my own sink … oh the excitement ❤
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I love how you used the cardinal points to highlight the diversity in your surroundings. Your positivity and helpful heart shines through!
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Here’s to happily settling my dear Kate
Let your warm caring shine light in their darkness that you’ll fill their hearts with much needed extra warmth and light. Many hugs and prayers ❤️
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I have running water! And my solar power has taken off … don’t need their power yet! Yea, just gave a teen some food … need to find a way to constructively help them. But have told him to ask as he needs. He loves steak so I explained why he would never get that from me, been veggo most of my life 😉
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That looks like a good place with some security. Luckily the planes don’t fly over a lot
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this is lovely Kate, it gives me a geographical mooring, i love your 360 view of your life and how it affects you, what a brilliant poetic style this is!
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I enjoy trying the more formal styles which are new to me but my own freestyle keeps reverting back 🙂
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your freestyle is never the same, lots of variety and it flows really well with your theme
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I quite agree with you Gina 😊 ❤️
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Starting fresh is always difficult, perhaps your smile will bring needed sunshine.
Be well and good wishes. Hugs, Jules
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I’m sure you will fill their life with a smile and a purpose. All the best for your relocation!!
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Kate, I better update my map. I ended up in the middle of nowhere. Hope your relocation is going well.
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