The Road Less Traveled

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Zooming down the smooth sleek surface of the highway,​

the vast nothingness of the countryside​

makes the miles magically disappear.​

Don't remember where I've been or where I'm headed,​

but going to get there fast!​

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Today I veered off the highway to take the road less traveled.​

Filled with potholes and weeds coming through the cracks,​

crumbling concrete forces me to slow way down.​

Taking a look at what I've been missing​

mindlessly rushing my way through life.​

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Slowing down to appreciate this journey;​

Opening my eyes to the wonderfulness ​

of my family, my friends, of it all.​

Realizing this journey is to be savored​

for the destination arrives much too soon.

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                                                     ~~~ Patricia Hopkins