Before I Die
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Before I die
I will write a song
so you can hear how love should sing.
Take a selfie in clown face
to remind you laughter heals everything.
Give you all of the possessions I ever lost
because appreciation is the key.
On my final day
in hopes that you remember me forever
I will plant a tree.
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This poem was inspired by a Martin Luther quote. Although not found in his collected works, variations of this quote are attributed to him.
“Even if I knew that tomorrow the world would go to pieces, I would still plant my apple tree.” – Martin Luther
Photo taken from Google Images.
The Lonely Author 
Love.Laughter.Appreciation.Such a nice combo.Amazing man!
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Very happy that you think so. Thank you for taking the time out to read and comment. Much appreciated.
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Reblogged this on By the Mighty Mumford and commented:
AND HOPE (FROM NEW GROWTH) SPREADS SKYWARD…ANEW!
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Thank you so much John
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Wowza. Thought full…
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Happy you thought so. Thanks for reading.
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Love you Baby. I will, Have a good night. Te amo
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replying lmfao
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Almost missed this cause I was walking away from the computer. Love you, Sleep well. And remember pathos comments on the post. I will make people love you
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❤ ❤
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Hey, read the last comment (by joker) on my misunderstood. You may like it.
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Love it. Thx. I FUCKING MISS U
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I DO TOO. think of you all the time
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Go to be Mami ❤
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GM Love. Missed you. Hope you have a great day.
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I just want to fertilized the roses or become a part of the bottom of lake Michigan – then I can help grow your dreams. An apple tree seems quite lofty for me.
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Smiling. I like your comment very much. Thank you for your sweetness.
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My fav. This is awesomeness! 🌹
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Thank. you so much. I appreciate it
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Your poem shows one who’s optimistic about life, and who spreads sunshine to the world.
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That is so sweet of you to say that. Thank you for reading and for your words. Appreciate it.
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Wonderful combo! Loved the piece!❤
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Thank you so much. Appreciate it.
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Super post, My Friend! Such a wonderful adaptation of Martin Luther’s idea. Such a moving and delightful piece!
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Chuck, happy you liked it. Thank you so much for your kind words.
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Love reading your posts!! Did Nandita share “Unexplainable” with you?
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Gripping words. They talk of dying, and yet, the poem has positive vibes!
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Smiling. That was exactly what I was trying to do. Thank you for understanding my poem so well. Plerase excuse the delay in my response, I was away on vacation.
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Reblogged this on The Reluctant Poet and commented:
Come and enjoy Andrew’s moving and romantic poem – BEFORE I DIE
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Appreciate that Chuck. Thanks.
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