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We are always told that the grass is not greener on the other side of the fence
So why when I peek over the top do the colors seem so intense?
I surely am not imagining this; it is not just in my mind
I seriously was contemplating checking for myself, the answer to find

But conversations that were had with someone I have come to hold dear
Told me first hand how it would destroy the ones my heart holds near
With the effect of a wake up call that slaps you firmly in the face
But delivered with gentleness and sincerity and a touch of grace

Today as I look over the bare spots in the grass of my own yard
I see sprouting special beautiful flowers where once the ground was hard
Each one has its own unique design and adds color beyond belief
They have been placed there to bring hope and eliminate the grief

Thank You God For These Special Flowers.

Deadwriter
07/24/2009

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The Other Side

Contributed by deadwriter on Friday, 24th July 2009 @ 02:59:33 PM in AEST
Topic: Lifepoems

The Other Side

We are always told that the grass is not greener on the other side of the fence
So why when I peek over the top do the colors seem so intense?
I surely am not imagining this; it is not just in my mind
I seriously was contemplating checking for myself, the answer to find

But conversations that were had with someone I have come to hold dear
Told me first hand how it would destroy the ones my heart holds near
With the effect of a wake up call that slaps you firmly in the face
But delivered with gentleness and sincerity and a touch of grace

Today as I look over the bare spots in the grass of my own yard
I see sprouting special beautiful flowers where once the ground was hard
Each one has its own unique design and adds color beyond belief
They have been placed there to bring hope and eliminate the grief

Thank You God For These Special Flowers.

Deadwriter
07/24/2009

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Re: The Other Side (User Rating: 1 )
by Jenni_K on Friday, 24th July 2009 @ 03:26:14 PM AEST
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This is as beautiful and it is wise!!
Treasure those flowers of yours...
Hugs
Jenni

Re: The Other Side (User Rating: 1 )
by Shuberth on Friday, 24th July 2009 @ 03:33:02 PM AEST
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its great !

Re: The Other Side (User Rating: 1 )
by lesoleilnoire on Friday, 24th July 2009 @ 07:28:18 PM AEST
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I love this poem. People need to appreciate what they have instead of looking for something better. Great way to capture this idea in your poem. I will look for more of your intriguing writes, my friend.

--Heidi

Re: The Other Side (User Rating: 1 )
by elle on Friday, 24th July 2009 @ 07:53:59 PM AEST
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You've capture something beautiful in the understanding of life. . .
beyond contentedness & satisfaction on to appreciation & gratitude.
Well done :) elle

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