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The Platform
by Paul Berube → (All Poetry by Paul Berube)
  
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You must never measure anyone by the ground they stand on. It is how they got there that makes that space special.

Whoa! Don't move.
The Platform that you occupy doesn't go anywhere.
It’s only a stop, helping you to discover nothingness...
Your abyss into eternity...

The Platform is your security blanket,
willing to permit only a tiny space to operate.
It is cruel and does not allow any
great measure of success.

Secrets for conquering The Platform are not
easy ones. You must create a plan and decide
what’s best to accomplish it.

Be careful. The Platform is not very big.
One step in either direction can lead
you on a fruitless journey, and can ruin
you forever.


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 Reviews of "The Platform"
Reviewed by Sheila Roy
Reviewed on April 13, 2008
Paul,
This is wonderful advice for anyone with goals. I love the originality of the metaphor, and I appreciate the meaning. Love and Hugs.
Sheila

Reviewed on June 11, 2003
I think that you are one of the Touched by Eternity

Reviewed by serenety L (Reader)
Reviewed on May 24, 2003
And is there a possibility to enlarge that platform to be on the safe side? Great poem, like it alot. Also thanks for commenting on mine. S.

Reviewed by Maria Lupinacci
Reviewed on May 23, 2003
Paul,
Love this one, it describes exactly where I am right now! Excellent write!

Hugs,
Maria

Reviewed by E T Waldron
Reviewed on May 23, 2003
Exceptional Paul, agree with Ted!;-)

Reviewed by Nicole Davis Vergara (Reader)
Reviewed on May 23, 2003
SUPERB WORK PAUL!!!!!!!!
This is one that I shall print out and post at work, not only in honor of our elderly residents but also to those co-workers that like to pickaninny! BRAVO x3!!!
~Nikki~

Reviewed by Tony Nerone (Reader)
Reviewed on May 23, 2003
Outstanding Write, Paul!


tony

Reviewed by Tinka Boukes
Reviewed on May 23, 2003
Thanks for the warning!!
Such wisdom in your words!!
Love
Tinka

Reviewed by Cathy Montgomery (Reader)
Reviewed on May 23, 2003
Great write, great words to live by!

Reviewed by Marilyn Seray
Reviewed on May 23, 2003
A very profound write

Reviewed by Patricia Gomes
Reviewed on May 23, 2003
Always a chore to leave our comfort zone, isn't it? Thanks for the reminder, Paul.

Reviewed by La Belle Rouge (Reader)
Reviewed on May 23, 2003
This may seem humorous but it is a profound message.

Reviewed by Digital Fairy
Reviewed on May 23, 2003
Hah! Thanks for the warning... Very good advice in this unique write :)

--Karissa

Reviewed by Susan de Vegter
Reviewed on May 23, 2003
The platform is a place we aspire to be as we grow. It is an exceptional rung on the ladder of life. Great philosophy here.

Susan

Reviewed by Elizabeth Taylor (Reader)
Reviewed on May 23, 2003
Thoughtful indeed, Paul.

Reviewed by Melissa Rives
Reviewed on May 23, 2003
Wonderful wisdom in this...on many levels...well done!!!!

Reviewed by Christine Morell
Reviewed on May 23, 2003
A thoughtful poem, Paul, laced with your wisdom.
Chrissie

Reviewed by Linda Hill
Reviewed on May 23, 2003
My friend, such wisdom in your words.
I agree with Ted here...
FRAME it!

~~Linda~~

Reviewed on May 23, 2003
This was wonderful, and full of such wisdom, loved this one!

Reindeer

Reviewed by Erica Ivory
Reviewed on May 23, 2003
Very cleaver my friend.. You amaze me at time.. You have a twist to your poetry I adore!

Reviewed by Ted Sheridan (Reader)
Reviewed on May 23, 2003
This is as good as anyone can write, Paul you need to frame this one. It is a Rubic cube.

Reviewed by C. Gourlay (Reader)
Reviewed on May 23, 2003
I like the first two sentences a lot (are they part of the poem?) - true... you never can tell. tks

Reviewed on May 23, 2003
Oh Paul, this is sooooo goood. I agree with what you're saying. This poem holds so much wisdom in it. Wonderful work indeed!

Sandie Angel :o)

Reviewed on May 23, 2003
An excellent write....like the expression - never judge a book by it's cover. You never know... ;-} ~Trish~

Reviewed on May 23, 2003
You said it Paul, very good. Thanks for your kind words and visit. "there's a thin line." GEM

Reviewed by Andy Turner (Reader)
Reviewed on May 23, 2003
Wise, clever and meaningful allagory..well done indeed..

Reviewed by Lady Peg (Reader)
Reviewed on May 23, 2003
Pau,
And I have been reminded about life in this one so much wisdom in your verses.
"You must never measure anyone by the ground they stand on. It is how they got there that makes that space special."
Have a pecial weekend my friend
Hugs
Peg


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