When you visit the land of your own thinking.
Shocked by what you see
tip toe between the lines of your history
so as not to waken them
these tales from the past
will inquire of your intentions.
Take a flashlight
when you visit your thoughts.
It can be eerily dark inside,
a tangle of paths to lose your way.
No one to question doubts
remind you of the courageous act
of responsibility taken just last week.
Step with care, lightly
as you lift, poke and dig.
Leave some music playing in the room
to find your way out.
© Alicia Grimshaw 2017
flashlight batteries - Ali Grimshaw 
Thank you for your grace in writing.
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Thank you for your appreciation. Make it a great day.
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Excellent
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Thank you.
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I can so relate to your words here as I often get lost in my thoughts, deep thinking about life, sometimes too much. Lovely poem Ali.
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Miriam, thanks for letting me know this resonated with you. I hear your commitment to reflection and thoughtfulness in your writing. I definitely think we have that in common.
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I really liked this one…very powerful, and very true! It is so easy to get lost in our own thoughts and perceptions, and to just sort of get stuck there.
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Ann, it is always satisfying when others connect with what I have written. Our minds are incredible places to visit. Thanks for sharing your experience.
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Wisdom that brings a smile of recognition … I have recently been tiptoeing between the lines of my history … music to leave playing perhaps Lennon’s Give Peace a Chance. Thank you, Ali!
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Jazz, thanks for suggesting a song. I think that is an excellent choice. Have a beautiful day.
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