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To Sit Upon a Shelf
by . Oakling → (All Poetry by . Oakling)
  
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I cordially invite you on a trip
I’ve made myself
Quite intimidating really
If you sit upon a shelf
Exhilarating moments
Of Fear or…something else
Something I’m not sure you
Realize…
Is very hard to squelch
Should you go or stay behind?
Satisfaction guaranteed…
If you are dissatisfied
You soul, it shall be freed
A simple trip around the block
Really it shan’t take long
Or do I contradict myself?
You’ve been on it all along.
Step carefully now as you depart
Gather all your things
Remember the shelf is dusty
Do you feel that tingling?
It is the rush of living life
And taking all the risks
Play charades if you like
I’m off to book my trip.

Oakling
January 9, 2004

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 Reviews of "To Sit Upon a Shelf"
Reviewed by Lisa Hilbers
Reviewed on January 9, 2004
This is exactly why I like to write. I can leave home anytime I like, and go anywhere I like..and never have to pack or unpack. Thanks for allowing me on your trip! Lisa

Reviewed by ya mama (Reader)
Reviewed on January 9, 2004
good stuff

Reviewed by Larry Rochelle
Reviewed on January 9, 2004
You've created a world, a place where comfort is the temptation. Thanks, Oakling.

Reviewed on January 8, 2004

Thank you for sharing "To Sit Upon a Shelf"
here at the den.
Continue sharing here at the den, wishing
all the best to you in your writing.

Sincerely,
Gwendolyn


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