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Epitaph
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"But for the moment I will riddle you this"


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Epitaph

My life has not been as I thought it would be
Having known much more of bother than of bliss
I have never amounted to very much
Except for this and this is not very much

At the height of my powers within a few hours
I nevertheless will get depressed again
Having hoped to leave a mark and not a stain

But for the moment I will riddle you this
Little word puzzle and hope you smile awhile

I never was out nor ever was in style
Both of which have worked out pretty well for me
As I have attempted to find equipoise

I made some music and I made some noise

+Steven Curtis Lance



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Reviewed by Axilea MU
Reviewed on March 29, 2008
Very sincere and effective, I especially like the last line.

Axilea

Reviewed on March 29, 2008
Well said, Steven, to have made your mark, to have lived is the greatest rememberance of all.

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

Reviewed by Charlie
Reviewed on March 28, 2008
I like this. And I love the line "I'll riddle you this..." as usual it carries a beautiful tune.

Gotta love all those m's and n's and l's all over the place: luscious! --Charlie

Reviewed on March 28, 2008
So you lived a balanced life, wish more poeple would, you did well so far, it can only get better, unless the ego interferes.
Bless you friend! Jasmin Horst

Reviewed by xxxxxxx cccccc (Reader)
Reviewed on March 28, 2008
your poetry changed my life

Reviewed on March 28, 2008
Steven,
Thank You :)
I too reflect on my life in a similar fashion from time to time. But you know you have made huge impact on people weather you are aware of this or not. My epitaph will say
"Sorry The Party was Last Week!" lol
Embrasse'
Vickie

Reviewed by Nicky Goodman
Reviewed on March 28, 2008
like this - last four lines especially - good tone to this one Steven, i like your style in this poem, good to read, cheers :o)Nicky


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