Eclectic Thoughts

How does one decipher,

Mixed messages conveyed?

Go where there is no path,

But be careful not to stray.

Reach for the stars is guidance…

That often goes around,

But can this be achieved…

When keeping both feet on the ground?

Am I shooting for the moon…

If I aim to rise above the crowd?

Or is this evidence…

That my head is in the clouds?

Unraveling ancient proverbs,

Double edged, their meanings dual,

Will knowledge bring me power…

Or the wisdom of a fool?

—Janet

Written for Fandango’s One Word Challenge: Eclectic


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12 responses to “Eclectic Thoughts”

  1. Lucia Avatar

    Great poem, left me with euphoric feeling. 🙂

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    1. Janet Avatar

      Thank you!

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  2. msjadeli Avatar

    You’re on your way….

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    1. Janet Avatar

      Yes I am. With butterflies in my tummy tonight. 🙂

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  3. Hal Barbera Avatar
    Hal Barbera

    like a majestic tree
    rooted in the ground
    and it’s crown dancing
    gloriously in the clouds
    Imagination always
    trumps knowledge
    and experience
    is homeward bound

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    1. Janet Avatar

      Wow! Beautiful 🙂

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    2. Hal Barbera Avatar
      Hal Barbera

      You were my inspiration!

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    3. Janet Avatar

      Still wow. Thank you!

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  4. The Eclectic Contrarian Avatar
    The Eclectic Contrarian

    Well written!!

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    1. Janet Avatar

      Thank you!!

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    2. The Eclectic Contrarian Avatar
      The Eclectic Contrarian

      You’re welcome!

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  5. Gilberto Avatar
    Gilberto

    You are profound and provocative

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