.
it’s nice
waking up
in the morning.
if i don’t
I know
something’s
wrong.
i don’t know
where i am,
or how i got here,
but, i’m here.
i got some wine,
some cigarettes
and some maryjane —
i’m okay.
i start walking,
ain’t looking
for trouble, but
it finds me.
how am i?
i’ll be doing fine
soon as i get
this drunk on.
.
These are the words of my friend, who I call Matches. This embodies his view of life. He is a joy to be around.
He got his name because while sleeping on a park bench somebody doused him with gasoline and set fire to him. He still bears the red and black scars where gangrene set in.
If this man can be happy, anybody can.
Cheers,
Dennis
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Wise words,I’m touched to hear about your friend.
There are some mighty people we come across who show us life is but a dream and manage to instill so much hope and joy in us :)
Thanks for sharing these words with me, I shall carry them and spread it on :) I’ve a big smile on me now :)
Cheers!
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I would like to let you know that I have nominated you for Very Inspiring Blogger Award. I find the work that you do to be truly amazing. Keep it up and GOd bless. http://sterlingwelsh.wordpress.com/2013/07/03/very-inspiring-blogger-award/
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Thank you very much for nominating me for the Very Inspiring Blogger Award. I am humbled and honored.
Sincerely,
Dennis
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Thanks Todd,
The words and sentiment were spoken by a close friend of mine who is alcoholic and was homeless. He has a wonderful outlook on life. He was once the sparring partner for George Chuvallo and Shawn O’Sullivan. Now, walking is difficult for him.
Cheers,
Dennis
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I’m glad you love this. You would also love the person who said it, if you were ever to meet him. He is an angel.
Cheers,
Dennis
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Matches is truly an interesting character and a friend. The last paragraph may one day be his epitaph. Best wishes with your university studies in Early Childhood Development.
Cheers,
Dennis
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This poem comes from a conversation I had with my friend, Matches. I have seen him upset, but usually he is laughing.
I am honored that you like this Tanumoy.
Cheers,
Dennis
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Simple is a beautiful state of being… i learned that A LONG time ago . They got that part right. :) Love this!
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The simpler life is, the easier it is to appreciate the good things and move past the bad.
Cheers,
Dennis
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