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Gene Olson Poems
- A Wasted Youth The call came in early in the morning I was ...
- The Quilt Of Love The late summer breeze blows A hint of ...
- If My Heart Had Wings If my heart had wings It could not fly...
- Who Are We To Each Other Who are we to each other that this ...
- The Portrait I find myself transfixed by the most amazing ...
- The Best Gift Of All No words are needed The distance is ...
- Unfulfilled The waiting is the worst part Not knowing where ...
I live in a small town somewhere in western Canada. I am a fire officer in our local fire depatment and I am grateful to have the chance to help those who can not help themselves. I recently began writing poetry out of a need to express my feelings and as you will see, I try to put as much feeling into my poems as possible. I live life to the fullest of my abilities and enjoy the benefits of ... more »
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A Wasted Youth
The call came in early in the morning
I was dreaming of my love, so distant and untouchable
From flowers and singing birds and bubbling brooks my consciousness was ripped
By the sound of the tones ringing from the fire phone
From a sleepy daze to scrambling confusion
Trying to hear the voice while I find the front of my boxers in the dark
I dress; boxers, socks, pants and shirt hastily pulled on
Out the door in a rush, hoping everything is on outside out
The dispatcher said that the police really need us
But send five men only for the situation is quite ...
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Thank you for your thoughts Gene [a wonderful name]
Yes, I have long since accepted the death of my Dad... it was a blessing at the time.
Sometimes I think that by writing poems that others may associate and feel better for reading them.
I love your poem of the Caterpillar... Do read my 'funny' experience of one, in my poem ' A Surprise before your Eyes' - I think you will smile. Hope so.
Sincerely,
Colleen.