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One Step Ahead
by Dawn Anderson → (All Poetry by Dawn Anderson)
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She knew the reason why he had done it –

solely to get a reaction –

not too long ago, she would have obliged.

But she was stronger now –

perhaps even one step ahead.

There was no longer time in her life

for playing such childish games.

Life, she realized, is one and short –

too short to spend being unhappy.

So instead, she whispered a prayer –

not for herself –

nor for him –

but for the two of them –

to accept what is as purely what is –

and for the strength to move forever forward –

goodbyes also included.


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 Reviews of "One Step Ahead"
Reviewed by Jms Bell
Reviewed on October 16, 2009
BRAVO! THANK YOU FOR SHARING THIS INSPIRING WORK. GOD BLESS.
JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS

Reviewed by John Domino
Reviewed on August 24, 2009
Wonderful!

Reviewed by Regis Auffray
Reviewed on August 9, 2009
This expresses so much, Dawn. Very well done. Thank you. Love and best wishes,

Regis

Reviewed by Annabel Sheila
Reviewed on July 2, 2009
Very nice write.

Anna

Reviewed by Bernice Angoh
Reviewed on June 12, 2009
Love this!

Reviewed by Gianetta Ellis (Reader)
Reviewed on June 8, 2009
Very nice in classic Wilson-style.

Reviewed by Jeanette Cooper
Reviewed on June 5, 2009
There is a lot of feeling and definitely "psychology" in this poem. Moving forward is an internal force of life and anything that holds one back is an obstacle. Well said, Dawn.

Reviewed by Kate Burnside
Reviewed on June 3, 2009
Like a bolt between the eyes, Dawn. You nailed it. So many limp along in life, believing that it is the "right" thing to persevere when actually there is NO resolution, because the chemistry is all-wrong somehow. It's a bizarre thing when trying to do the best for the other (by honouring promises and entrenched commitments) becomes basically a slow-death of both, when the kindest and most fulfilling, honest thing would be to cut loose and set free. You paint such unyielding "failure" in stark colours here. May it lead many to "success". xx

Reviewed by Chantilly Lace (Reader)
Reviewed on June 3, 2009
Very well said sweet lady..enjoyed very much...stay safe and well..Hugss

Reviewed by Sheila Roy
Reviewed on June 2, 2009
Dawn,
Your characters are so deeply intense. It's as if they come straight from a developed novel. Great message here. Hugs,
Sheila

Reviewed by Georg Mateos
Reviewed on June 1, 2009
Unhappy thoughts occupy unhappy lives, better to cover the tears with a big smile.

Georg


Reviewed by William Bonilla
Reviewed on May 31, 2009
Outstanding write dawn
I enjoy your wonderful poetic thoughts
Love & peace be with you

William

Reviewed by jude forese
Reviewed on May 31, 2009
if everyone would realize the theme of this poem, the world would be a better place ...

Reviewed by J'nia Fowler
Reviewed on May 31, 2009
Well said. The wise soon discover that saying good-bye is the first step toward another second chance. Life is full of second chances if we just walk in faith. Well done my friend. J'nia

Reviewed by Art Hernandez
Reviewed on May 31, 2009
Dawn, this work gives us that view on moving forward through all life and relationships, it is at times frustrating and can keep one within a hold that only weighs down the soul...your expression of whispering a prayer to say goodbye to the past is where one can see that strength...

nice work...

art Sun...

Reviewed on May 31, 2009
Well said, Dawn! Sometimes goodbyes have to be said before the moving forward can really begin.

Reviewed by Mr. Ed
Reviewed on May 31, 2009
Life is too short to spend being unhappy.

Indeed, it is.


Reviewed by Christine Alwin
Reviewed on May 31, 2009
...and we grow because of it..such wisdom here Dawn, great poem!
Christine

Reviewed by Liana Margiva
Reviewed on May 31, 2009
VERY NICE!!!!!!!!! I LIKE IT VERY MUCH!!!!!!!!! Liana Margiva

Reviewed by Karen Vanderlaan
Reviewed on May 30, 2009
a good and wise write-very well penned

Reviewed on May 30, 2009
Hi Dawn, There does come a time in everyone's life when there is no more time for childish games... thank you for sharing this strong write...

In Spirit,
Bear

Reviewed by Ed J.
Reviewed on May 30, 2009
Amzingly simple yet and the perfect example of self actualization and growth. Stay one step ahaed and strong.

Stay well and keep writing

Ed

Reviewed by John Flanagan
Reviewed on May 30, 2009
Dawn,
The style stands out here, its directness, focus and expression in a poem of wisdom, emotional maturity and insight; right from beginning to end.
John

Reviewed by Felix Perry
Reviewed on May 30, 2009
Dawn you nailed this one perfectly. We all I think reach a point in life and love where is enought is enough, enough excuese, enough fights, enough secrets and enough tears. Great write here for sure.

fee

Reviewed by stan nassano
Reviewed on May 30, 2009
sounds like your in a good place one stept ahead...nicely done,
stan

Reviewed by E T Waldron
Reviewed on May 30, 2009
This is what I call wisdom with maturity! A fine poem
that gives us an example of going "One Step Ahead"

Love,
Eileen

Reviewed by Amber Moonstone
Reviewed on May 30, 2009
Such strength and wisdom in your words. It is time to move forward, one step at a time but ahead!
Peace, love, and light,
Amber "V"

Reviewed by Carin Spirit
Reviewed on May 30, 2009
It is sad when growth leaves others behind. ...but it is, what it is. Still love your style Dawn. Warmth and Love to you. Carin'

Reviewed by J. Allen Wilson
Reviewed on May 30, 2009
As always your writing shines bright.Your style and use of words is pronounced...

Thus Dawn in this poem...the Prayers that are whispered gather amongst angels and on wings of hope touch the Heart of God..

Excellent writing...Allen

Reviewed by F William Broome
Reviewed on May 30, 2009
Your words are beautifully said, and are for each of us when we reach the end of a road. They are said as if a ring of having lived them. - Excellent decision making. - Bill

Reviewed on May 30, 2009
Wonderful poem Dawn. Here's hopeing you stay "one step ahead". It's the best place to be.
Hugs,
Marcia

Reviewed by Cryssa C
Reviewed on May 30, 2009
There is sadness, and acceptance, resolve, and soft joy written in these lines...

Cryssa

Reviewed by Sandie May Joyce
Reviewed on May 30, 2009
Dawn:

This poem is written so well. Its expression and the technique in storytelling is marvelous!!!!


Reviewed by Gene Williamson
Reviewed on May 30, 2009
Dawn, I applaud this poem and especially the following:

Life, she realized, is one and short –
too short to spend being unhappy.

What is...is.

-gene.


Reviewed on May 30, 2009
Oh, this is POWERFUL, Dawn. Beautifully penned and imaged!

(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.


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