Sunday, May 20, 2012

The Cry Of The Dreamer Comments

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I am tired of planning and toiling
In the crowded hives of men;
Heart-weary of building and spoiling,
And spoiling and building again.
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John Boyle O'Reilly
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Larry Melton 06 September 2017

I am presumptuous enough to add a stanza after O'Reilly's first Thus, the answer to your longing cry; Is to make of your daily toil As if you are by your dear river’s side; Enthused everyday, for joy does not spoil. Make of your building, that old river, Then you’ll be living in your dream every day. For a dreamer’s lifetime is forever, If toil doesn’t get in the way.

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