And there is a time for us to learn something about writing beautiful poetry
That time is now -
Here is the place-
This is the poem-
Incredible.

Boy, this sure is a change from the usual. Don't know how I missed it, but it sure is smooth, soothing in a sort of way. Keep doing these good jobs.

thank you for that poem. That was beautiful. And yes, I agree, there is a time to say good bye so that one can move forward to something new and vibrant

This was well penned.
Thanks for sharing.

hello Robert I'm for the golden ladder of positivity and the good things in life, everyday I try to say goodbye to my negativity and negative depressive people, anyway great verse to ponder

Your lovely poem takes us through the thoughts, activities, and feelings of life in a forward movement toward that fatal moment of goodbye. Well done.

in our emotions and sentiments, like the childhood blanket we refuse to turn loose, we cling most every time to frayed and tattered fabric that is no more the memory we love. and in good-bye, we face the truth that we tried to shield ourselves from all along. beautiful imagery and reminder - thank you.

I love these tender spoken words Jude!
Encouragement is felt strongly!
Thank you for sharing your heart~
Warm hugs and Warmer love, Warrior Lady SheeeOOX
STay Happy, Positive and STrong!

I truly enjoyed this write Jude. Yes, everything and everyone is so interconnected with time that their a time for everything, even a time to go and say good-bye.

randy

Good-bye's are always bittersweet. Those who are left behind are saddened, but rejoice in the promise of an everlasting life.

Blessings to you,
Kathy

You climb that golden ladder to a new truth, how beautiful and knowing you are and expressed it thus! Jasmin Horst

Jude, if we don't diss of that which is of no value to us in this life, and embrace that which is...we are forever held captive by the past which is gone forever. We all need to move on, explore new horizons....Hoping that AD is NOT on the agenda for the past :)
Beautiful and Insightful, that which is your trademark dear friend.
Hugs
Ch'erie

"There is a place so few will wander
And so many resist knowing"

How true!

Great write, Jude!

Now get that thought of leaving the Den outta your head right this minute!

(Can you tell I'm a mom? LOL!)

Julie

I really hate good-byes, nevertheless, I've had to do just that. You've penned this one well. Thanks.

another i wish i had read much earlier..

In one little piece, you've grasped the world.

Thank you.

Ron

This write is tender, sad and wise and expresses a love for humanity...

Sometimes for a moment...and sometimes forever. Great write.

Sad poem ,Robert.But well written.

Well said, Sir Ace. The all-consuming materialism that drives Westernized cultures today has eaten away the Soul of humanity-- Praise the Lord, and don't forget, "he" Always needs more money!

Ace,

I have found that Life is a series of letting go ... and finally, one day, we let ourselves go as the end sparks a new beginning.

Blessings,
Joseph

"And yes, there is a time to leave
And say good-bye "
Wisdom spoken (written), bittersweet and painful though it may be. Thank you, Jude. Love and peace to you. Regis

Sometimes we choose to say good-bye, and sometimes we are not given a chance to say, good-bye...powerful and beautiful write...

Peace, Carole

Lovely write..good-bye is always hard...harder still to do with grace...You also give some great reasons to live...nice duality

good one

Yep---There is a Place So Few Will(Ever) Wander
Yep---SO MANY RESIST KNOWING (THERE FATE)History...

Excellent!

TRASK

... Goodbye to all that inhibits and to the dust that clings or stultifies. Time, sometimes, to open the windows and to breathe the fresh, clean air of pastures new and as yet undiscovered. There is no such thing as standing still... we are either moving forwards or slipping back; status quo is a myth: balance and tension are hotly contested and are fought to be maintained. And, as it is too late for me to think straight, I'll just take a leaf out of your book and say "Goodbye!" Kate xx

This poem should be in a poetry book I was reading, "100 Things to Always Remember ... and One Thing Never to Forget." Words to live by ... Beautiful, heartfelt and uplifting, Jude ...

A captivating write Robert!!

Love Tinka

This makes a wonderful "farewell" for a eulogy, a divorce, a friendship dismissed and lovers who never consumated in spirit.

A precious write Ace,
blessin's
cynth'ya

Goodbye is often followed by a new experience :-) Wonderful thoughts you have shared with us here.

This is so true!

"There is a place so few will wander
And so many resist knowing "

Sometimes we have to walk away -- even from beauty. R

Robert,
I think those of us who have been around for a while can relate and share this sentiment. New worlds to explore, and new horizons to reach.

Another great piece of work. Well done.

I too feel that there is a time to leave
and life can be a burden, I know I don't
fear death or whatever may come. I guess
I've lived long enough to know that with
the good times comes sorrow. Excellent piece!

I too hope we are mistaken and this does not mean you are leaving the den, because we will miss your work tremendously.
Your friend,

Felix

Life is full of changes. Old doors close and new ones beckon to be opened.

There is a time for everything from the time of nothing. So, there is time to leave for another arrival, and to welcome the time that comes after good-bye. Timeless beauty beyond all the times of this beautiful poem.
Love&Light*
Alexandra*

As one would hope you would not leave us...The title captures the audience. I truly enjoy your talent and words of wisdom. Hope you will stay with us, forever....
Antoinette

A captivating piece, Robert - and that will to endure is key.

Wow. This has so many levels to it...

Keeping in mind that every Good bye has a Hello. Much like every door that closes has another door waiting to be opened...

I hope this is not your way of saying good-bye to your many friends here at authors den. As you would be greatly missed...

Robert, this is such a fine and touching write. Brings to mind the verse in Ecclesiastes Chapter 3...

[1] To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven:
[2] A time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up that which is planted;
[3] A time to kill, and a time to heal; a time to break down, and a time to build up;
[4] A time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance;
[5] A time to cast away stones, and a time to gather stones together; a time to embrace, and a time to refrain from embracing;
[6] A time to get, and a time to lose; a time to keep, and a time to cast away;
[7] A time to rend, and a time to sew; a time to keep silence, and a time to speak;
[8] A time to love, and a time to hate; a time of war, and a time of peace.

In His Peace...Allen

hmmm... perhaps I'm off base here, but this poem seems strangely full of hope and the vigor of living life to me. I just didn't read it (either time) as sad. with phrases like "truth touched by a beam," the "golden ladder" and best of all that magic window representing clarity and vision into the deeper world, this one just takes everything a notch higher and provokes thoughts of exploring the way with balance, joy and integrity. I have no idea why I just typed all that - as if I need any of my AD family who loves me anyway to think I have gone completely nuts. Whatever. Good poem :)

wonderfully worded poignant poem

This attention-grabbing word of "Good-bye" has diverted readers from concentrating on this beautiful and rather magnificient poem. Thank you Robert for your wdnderful contributions to the Den.
Abdinoor

Very inspiring and emotional beautiful poem Very wise and powerful
I love
a golden ladder to climb upon when the lead of life is much too heavy.
The ending... wisest words/advice.
Thank you & Have a great day!(c:)
Tracey

Hey, if you're saying good-bye to someone, just make sure it's not me, okay. ~~Nordette
P.S.--Good poem, Shaman. I had to tell someone good-bye for my own good and the person's at the end of last year, so I know where this is coming from, but still the poem made me kind of weepy. Please mail tissue.

I hope this is only fiction, specifically the the time to say good-bye, as I would find it quite hard to enjoy the Den without you Sir Robert...Peace, Ed & Rufuz

This poem brings to mind that old song "Turn, Turn, Turn." "To everything there is a season." Very little in life remains the same and moving on and elevating to higher planes is what we all must strive for. Not everyone, even those we love, nor everything, even those things that mean so much to us, are meant to remain in a forefront position for our entire lifetime. We must move on...memories sweet are often part of our evolution...It is sad to say goodbye, but sometimes it is essential, for us to reach our destiny. This is an excellent and insightful offering, Robert.

Take care,

Sherry

I dislike the word goodbye, I always preferred farewell. I hope the goodbye is just part of this beautiful poem! It has a haunting bittersweet taste
I'd like to say more, but I'll save it for Orion;-)

Eileen

Wow! Awesome and so true...
so beautifully written Robert..
it is as if you are looking at my life right now...
amazing
thank you,
ann