This performing arts presentation by Richard Lee Orey
is of the original words by Neil Diamond of his stirring song...
The Story of My Life
The story of my life
Is very plain to read
It starts the day you came
And ends the day you leave
The story of my life
Begins and ends with you
The names are still the same
And the story is still true
I was alone.
You found me waiting
And made me your own
I was afraid that somehow
I could never be
The man that you wanted of me.
You're the story of my life
And every word is true
Each chapter sings your name
Each page begins with you
It's the story of our times
And never letting go
If I die today
I wanted you to know
Stay with me here
Share with me
Care with me
Stay and be near
When it began
I'd lie awake every night
Just knowing somewhere deep inside
Our love affair just might write
The story of my life
It's so very plain to read
It starts the day you came
It ends the day you leave
MY SOULMATE JODI PASSED AWAY MARCH 3, 2020
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Reviews of "The Story of My Life (Recital)"
Reviewed by The Peregrine Ventures (Reader)
Reviewed on March 13, 2016
Oh, Richard, my dear friend. Your and Jodi's love for each other transcends everything else that exists in this material world. It is a union that has lasted thru the test of time and will live forever. I truly envy you. God bless you and Jodi. Much love. Cristina.
What a lovely tribute and so well said here. I understand where you are coming from completely. Thank you for sharing this treasure with us.
Blessings J'nia
Richard, I love to hear your work. This poem beautiful. She is a lucky woman as you are a man. She holds the key to that romantic heart of yours. Love is a beautiful thing...
A very poignant, happy but tugging at the heart description of what the true man in love experiences. My goodness, Richard, what happened to us. You had hair and I had hair. And, what a beautiful wife you have. Let us hope together, that the stories of our lives, which largely are our highly valued spouses, aren't entering their final stages, but are the settings for new beginnings. With all friendship and admiration for good insight, Richard.....Jerry
Thank you for sharing your wonderful love story with us Richard! It is beautifully recited with much emotion and passion that tells how true it is! A deeply moving and uplifting,experience.Blessings to you! ET
Chronology of a love divine, Richard...you and Jodi have had many years to share a life together. The events of your coupling gives meaning to the matrimonial union - soul mates which shall travel joined from this plane of life to the Other Realm...be well always, Richard...
Richard, I truly enjoyed your recitation and the excellent poem you wrote. I think it really does reflect your life and who you are. The picture is very complimentary of you both, but especially Jodi. Don't know what she looks like now, but she was certainly a beautiful lady when the picture was taken.
I think you definitely have much to be proud of for your lengthy marriage with the same woman you origionally took as your bride and the stable homelife you offered your children. You and Jodi will one day leave a warm and remembered legacy behind to your children and grandchildren.
Glad to see you back on AD and developing the "poetry habit".
Best wishes and many blessings...
Reviewed by Chantilly Lace (Reader)
Reviewed on July 25, 2008
What a beauty you have written here sweet man,I have missed you..please have a wonderful and safe day OK...Hugsssssssss
Beautriful Morning To You Richard
This Is A Beautiful Song Recital :)
You Have A Voice For Reciting!!
You Are Both Very Blessed!
Much Love & Continued Happiness In Your Beautiful Life of Love
Embraced ~ Embrassé
Vickie
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A beautiful song of love everlasting.
Lady Mary Ann
Christine
Blessings J'nia
Regis
So charmingly said, the beauty of your words so true, Jodi is one lucky woman and vise versa, Take care Always Blessing's Valerie
Love,
Sage
Jodi...give your man a big hug lady...you have a gem here!!
Love Tinka
Mesmerized by the beauty of your voice and of these lines - excellent.
(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.
I think you definitely have much to be proud of for your lengthy marriage with the same woman you origionally took as your bride and the stable homelife you offered your children. You and Jodi will one day leave a warm and remembered legacy behind to your children and grandchildren.
Glad to see you back on AD and developing the "poetry habit".
Best wishes and many blessings...
This Is A Beautiful Song Recital :)
You Have A Voice For Reciting!!
You Are Both Very Blessed!
Much Love & Continued Happiness In Your Beautiful Life of Love
Embraced ~ Embrassé
Vickie
(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Tx., Karen Lynn. :D