~
Plans
and so many dreams
I have for you, sweetheart
your road is paved
with solid bricks
in graceful patters
quick, but with imagination
relaxed, yet with passion
and always forward
~
The road you follow now
has too many curves
to my liking
twists
sideways
even dead ends
but tastes differ
you sense life
and feel it your way
~
I let go of your hand
wave and smile at you
and watch while you take
a different path
with head held high
a byway
that in time
will surely become
your highway
~
Figments of a DuTchess 
You are so right…but if you let go with love, they come back with love…
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Thanks for these comforting words, Claudia, much appreciated.
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Seriously beautiful poem Marion. Love the image. Where was it taken ?
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I took the photo December last year in the town where I grew up. This is the gate that leads from the Hoensbroek Castle to the outside, Jo.
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Reblogged this on hugmamma's MIND, BODY and SOUL and commented:
A dear friend…whom I’ve yet to meet, someday…beautifully expresses what many moms feel as their children venture forth to find themselves. It’s difficult to let go…but do so…we must.
…hugmamma.
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That’s so kind of you, Hugmamma. Thank you! x
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Absolutely lovely, Marion. A mother and a poet…a wonderful combination. hugs…
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Thanks so much for reading this, Hugmamma.
Much love
Marion
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Aww. Poignant. Well-said and very relatable.
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Thanks, Christine. I wrote this for my youngest son.
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What a wonderful poem, Marion!
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Letting go is so hard, Sylvia, but we need to.
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I really really like this post Marion. Very talented writer you are !
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You make me smile, dear Kathryn. Thank you.
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It ‘s just the truth as I see it : )
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Wow this is a very good poem… I love poetry and this is good…
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Glad you like it, Rob!
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Why does the English language makes the same story/poem even more touching. Love it! x
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(and still trying to follow your words…but this morning i failed
Little explosion on my side…proves i’m worried (again) i guess 😀
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Because deep inside, we are not Dutch, dear Karin… 🙂
Thanks so much, and please, try to stay away from fireworks. Use your worries in a good way by turning them into action. And if that’s not possible, then let go.
x
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Very well written! I love your choice of words. I am following your blog now, if you feel inclined to do so please check out my blog. Once again, beautiful poem!
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And I am following yours. Thanks for dropping by, Avyela, and for your positive words 🙂
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You are most welcome!
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