There you were

Mysterious~~~Unknown

Some might think I am foolish to let you in

I am aware that you can be dangerous

There is no mold

Traditional or otherwise

In which you would comfortably fit

Then again

I have often pondered

Just who it is that sets life's guidelines

So many self-appointed judges

So many imprisoned minds

How refreshing to know that you are genuine

At times you are

Quirky, wild, edgy, passionate, sexual

And genuine

At times you are

Opinionated, outspoken, willing to fight

And genuine

You can be caring, open, funny and playful

You can be dark, mean-spirited and dominating

But genuine

Be fearless

Go there

Look into that preciously brutal mirror

And realize

That you

Are me

Hey all. Sorry I have taken a while to respond. I too have been in the hospital for the past three days. Long story, but I have been diagnosed with some severe type of anemia. After having been poked, prodded, scoped, transfused with two units of blood (thank you, whoever you are that cared enough to donate!), infused with a unit of iron, I am feeling better. They still don't know the cause, or what lies down the road. Tests and options to come. Thank you all for stopping by, and usually, I will try to get back to everyone quicker. There's always hope, even through the grief. It feels so good to hear others who care. Thanks again. Frankie

Mary--- it is so very hard for me to even imagine your beautiful smile and your laugh--- the one that reassured everyone that all was well--- being silenced. I know in my heart it lives, but I will miss you my friend, YOU were the ultimate example of selflessness and faith. Even though you lost your hair, you never wore a wig--- you could have cared less about other's need for certain appearances. Even when you were in pain, you helped others as if nothing was different. Your spirit is golden Mary, and this is for you. Rest, though I know you won't... wherever you are, you will still be smiling, loving, and for sure---laughing. Thank you for touching my life hun. God bless.

THOSE WHO SPEAK~~~ DO NOT KNOW

AND

THOSE WHO KNOW~~~ DO NOT SPEAK

Other creatures live free

From the concept of inevitable death

They dwell naturally

Sleep without any need

For a just world

Or even meaning

We as humans

Being the complex entities that we are

Keep striving day after day

All the while visited by

Reminders of our own mortality

Still we find joy

Still we help others

Still we pursue our dreams

Faith... Faith