Diary of the journey on the path least traveled..just letting the heart do the talking while the fingers do the walking while being different, being me… 🙂
Hello Diary…
I have returned briefly… have been busy getting the home, and the path, ready for the new year, dealing with life’s challenges and the aches and pains of the aging process (no longer 20 years old, 9 foot tall and bullet proof.. 🙂 )…. I also took the time to view what others may have ( and those that do not) should I question what I have… and I do not question what I have for very long… 🙂
I have my library to learn about the universe and me…. 🙂
I have my music “Music gives a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination and life to everything.” (Plato).. 🙂
And, that is not all that I have… 🙂
I’m far richer than the rich
Wealthier than the wealthy by far,
I have gold in the sun
I have silver in the star.
I have dreams that I follow
That are more precious than gold,
As I venture through life
Eagerly watching, the dreams unfold.
I have diamonds, too many to count
With each new fallen snow,
As I see each one sparkle
While basking in the suns glow.
The mornings bring nature’s painting
Priceless, a portrait of the sky,
Impossible to duplicate
Even though many did try.
Each bloom of the red rose
A ruby, one of a kind,
With the bloom of the white rose
A pearl comes to mind.
Money have I little
But wealth I have got,
But I don’t fit in with
The wealthy and rich lot.
And I’m not going to change
A wealthy dreamer I’ll stay,
Until the rivers, they all run dry
Until the four winds, they all blow away.
(Larry “Dutch” Woller )
There are many who will call what I have “bare necessities” but I love my bare necessities.. 🙂
And I were able to wake up this morning on the green side of the grass, a free spirit with a open mind and a heart filled with dreams and memories, and (with excitement) watched a new dawn arrive with new adventures, so in spite of the aches and pains and life’s challenges it is going to be a zip-a-dee-do-dah day… 🙂
Well, I had better close for now, still much to do as my attention turns to helping (in some way) others to find their dreams.. But I shall return again one day, Fate be willin’ and the creeks don’t rise… 🙂
Hope your world is filled with wealth and everyday is a zip-a-dee-do-dah day and until we meet again…
May the love that you give
Always return to you,
That family and friends are many
And always remain true,
May your mind only know peace
No suffering or strife,
May your heart only know love and happiness
On your journey through life.
(Larry “Dutch” Woller)
Diary of the journey on the path least traveled..just letting the heart do the talking while the fingers do the walking while being different, being me… 🙂
Hello Diary…
Have been very busy here preparing for the new year but thought I would take a moment to share a bit of what I have been doing and a few thoughts…
With it being winter outdoors, taking the time to prepare the indoors for the adventures ahead… 🙂
Also working with technology in the house to conserve energy, deal with climate change and help the environment, and updating technology to help me better understand the universe and work with others to make this world a better world so one day peace and understanding will reign supreme and we, the world over, can follow and share our dreams, especially those generations that will follow me.. 🙂
As I am adjusting the sails here on the path, I have not forgotten others here ( and the world) who may need some help following their dreams.. 🙂
And I haven’t forgotten my backyard friends and those that may visit while following their destiny… 🙂
All of this is part of my search for the answer I seek.. 🙂
And with that being said, to find my answers I must leave safe harbor and down my path I shall venture.. 🙂
It Is Down The Path Least Traveled I Shall Go..
It is down the path least traveled I shall go
To a rainbow filled horizon I venture,
To seek, to learn, know peace, to enjoy life
A path filled with wonderful adventure.
A place where one is accepted as who they are
A spirit kindled to life, when mortal born,
A being coming from the depths within
And not subject to ridicule and scorn.
A place where I know freedom of thought and being
I am what I am, don’t you see,
Neither this one, neither that one, but all the above
In a mortal world, a free spirit, that’s me.
I do not travel the path alone, you see
There are memories and spirits to behold,
Those that share... the joy and sadness
As I gather more memories, down that least traveled road.
So how long will my journey be, one would ask
Will I see the end of the path...ever?
The answer, I believe, lies on the horizon
Somewhere past... the 12th of Never….
So I shall bring my ramblings to an end
For there is one fact that I do know,
To reach the horizon, the 12th of Never
It’s down the path least traveled I must go!
( Larry “Dutch” Woller )
And even though the skies may be a bit gloomy and the waters a bit choppy from time to time, I shall press on knowing that tomorrow will be a better day so long as I follow my heart… 🙂
Well, I had better close for now, life and the path is calling.. not sure what lies ahead and it may the end of the month before I return, but return I shall, Fate be willin’ and the creeks don’t rise… 🙂
Hope the path/trail you have chosen is paved with peace, love and happiness, you are able to follow your dreams being who you are and wish to be and until we meet again… 🙂
May the love that you give
Always return to you,
That family and friends are many
And always remain true,
May your mind only know peace
No suffering or strife,
May your heart only know love and happiness
On your journey through life.
(Larry “Dutch” Woller)
Diary of the journey on the path least traveled..just letting the heart do the talking while the fingers do the walking while being different, being me… 🙂
Life Is Now….
Time flies, and memories fade.
People change and new friendships are made.
Only the true remain forever at our side.
Eventually the disappointment and pain will subside.
It is all about the journey and what has yet to come.
Life is what you make of it; you are what you've become.
Life is too short to hold onto regrets.
Forgiveness is key even though you may never forget.
Cherish the good and remove the bad.
Some people don't realize till it's gone what they've had.
Moving on is a way of life.
There will always be obstacles, pain, and strife.
You must believe that you are strong enough to fight.
You have to believe in yourself to do what is right.
Always do for YOU no matter what you do,
Because in the end the only one who has your back is you.
Never be afraid to take a stand,
And always be willing to lend a helping hand.
A little bit goes a long way.
All it takes is a smile to brighten someone's day.
Your chance to live is now, so what are you waiting for?
The world is yours for the taking and so much more.
Endless possibilities are forever at your disposal.
The chance to live another day is life's golden proposal.
Never let anyone tear you down,
And never let anyone steal your shine and make you frown.
So will you sit in the shadows and let darkness win again?
Or will you rise up and make the light your friend?
(Hollianne Boucher)
“It is not easy to find happiness within ourselves, and it is not possible to find it elsewhere.” (Agnes Repplier ), so in spite of life’s challenges, follow your heart and do it your way, you won’t go wrong… 🙂
Hello Diary…
The New Year has arrived and I will be quite busy for the next two weeks or so, preparing for the future, appointments, etc., so while I may pop in from time to time, I shall be off the radar, hopefully to return before the end of the month… before I go, I thought I would briefly share a few thoughts and a dream I had in history’s past…. 🙂
In history’s past, on the path, I had a dream
Of a world in harmony it did seem,
Accepting one as to who they believe and are
One’s life’s choices no one did bar.
Free to climb a mountain, to touch a star
Free to search the universe, where answers are,
Free to venture through life, with open mind
Another’s belief, it did not blind.
Free to boldly walk the lands, both far and near
To lives one’s life without suffering or fear,
Not to be accepted by belief, gender or race, you see
But by the love, understanding and knowledge of a spirit born free.
Children could follow their own dream, you see
Not to be denied by another’s ideology,
To follow the destiny of their own choice
Not to be hindered by another’s voice.
I still have that dream, you know
A dream that began a long time ago,
A dream without end, each and every day
Until the four winds, they all blow away.
(Larry “Dutch” Woller)
Whatever your dream may be we will share them together and they will come true because we follow Mr. Bennett’s advice “Don’t be pushed around by the fears in your mind. Be led by the dreams in your heart.” (Roy T. Bennett )… 🙂
Winds of Change…
I watched that heavy door begin to close,
all the while the winds above me rose.
The years whisper and whistle back into my ear,
the memories haunted by sorrows and fear.
With a new day it finally dawned on me,
the past needed locking and I had the key.
Leave it behind, leap and fly away free,
let the winds of change blow and carry me.
Feel them lifting my wings now able to soar,
up to an open sky and caged no more.
Flying so fast to where no hurt can find,
a place of peace now inhabits my mind.
This heart full of courage never ceases to beat,
knowing my history is not destined to repeat.
Clear paths now lead me to a new destination,
for my life, my future and the next generation.
(Kelly Deschler )
So I may only be here in spirit for a few days, but together we will follow our dreams, deal with change and in some way, no matter how small it may seem, help make this world a better place, the way old friends do… 🙂
So, I will close for now, prepare to start tomorrows adventure (and the sweeper waits for me...sigh…), but I shall return again one day, with new memories and adventures, Fate be willin’ and the creeks don’t rise.. 🙂
And no matter what challenges life may put before you, your heart will get you through the storms “I'm not afraid of storms, for I'm learning how to sail my ship.” (Louisa May Alcott) and until we meet again…. 🙂
Not just another day, dear friend
For in spite of time, distance or whatever,
If only in spirit and thought
We’ll be sharing this day together.
So, have a wonderful day, dear friend
Wishing you all the best, nothing less,
May today, every day, AND your heart
Be filled…...with love and happiness.
(Larry “Dutch” Woller)
Lyrics;
Goodnight, goodnight, until we meet again
Adios, Au Revoir, Auf Wiedersehn 'til then
And though it's always sweet sorrow to part
You know you'll always remain in my heart
Goodnight, sleep tight, and pleasant dreams to you
Here's a wish and a prayer that every dream comes true
And now 'til we meet again
Adios, Au Revoir, Auf Wiedersehn
GOOD NIGHT!
Diary of the journey on the path least traveled..just letting the heart do the talking while the fingers do the walking while being different, being me… 🙂
A peaceful morning, watching the sun arise
Thoughts abound, while sipping on a spot of tea,
While taking in Nature’s outdoor portrait
Contemplating, on what Fate may have instore for me.
Change is slowly coming, it whispers in the winds
The door is slowly closing on past history,
With a new awakening with the mind and spirit
But the future is still shrouded in mystery.
With the freedom of being different, in many ways
No social shackles do this mortal wear,
Do welcome change with open mind and spirit
No fear, no worry or dread do I bear.
Does change stop at mortal death, one wonders
Or does it go on forever and ever,
Will I ask the same at another time and place
Somewhere past the 12th of Never?
Will thought and spirit continue
When, as in all things, my mortal time comes to an end,
Or does all things cease to be, when
To the grave, the mortal body Fate does send.
Alas, but must deal with the present
So now will store thoughts and musings yet to be told,
For it’s down the path least traveled I do venture
To search and hopefully find….what life, and Fate, may behold.
( Larry “Dutch” Woller )
Spirit and mind at the ready, to seek the rainbow… perhaps around the next bend, once found, I’ll have my answers, you see, and that will be the beginning, not the end (Larry “Dutch” Woller)… 🙂
Hello Diary,
Yes, the new year has arrived.. like many, if not everyone, spent New Year’s Day browsing the pages of memories of new years past, especially memories of those who were a part of my life but have since passed on to their destiny… there was Kathy (my wife, friend, partner) who left in the spring of 2015, there was my Mom who left in the fall of 2015, my Dad, family and friends who left in years past… 🙂
And, of course, there are those precious creatures who started out as pets but soon became family… there was Miss Daisy, a Jack Russell and Kathy’s BFF, coach potato and top of the pecking order, left this world in 2014… 🙂
And my shadow were little Bree, Jack Russell, free spirit, left no stone unturned, every day were a new adventure, left this world in 2016… 🙂
And when sadness starts to make it’s presence known, then and now, I shed few tears as I “Don't cry because it's over, smile because it happened.” (Dr. Seuss) as the words of Merrit Malloy came to mind ( I hope when my time comes it will be my epitaph)… 🙂
When I die
Give what's left of me away
To children
And old men that wait to die.
And if you need to cry,
Cry for your brother
Walking the street beside you.
And when you need me,
Put your arms
Around anyone
And give them
What you need to give to me.
I want to leave you something,
Something better
Than words
Or sounds.
Look for me
In the people I've known
Or loved,
And if you cannot give me away,
At least let me live on your eyes
And not on your mind.
You can love me most
By letting
Hands touch hands,
By letting
Bodies touch bodies,
And by letting go
Of children
That need to be free.
Love doesn't die,
People do.
So, when all that's left of me
Is love,
Give me away.
(Epitaph, Merrit Malloy)
Also the words of Gene Hill ( it is about a dog but in one’s mind, one can temporarily replace the word dog with whatever word one wishes).. 🙂
He is my other eyes that can see above the clouds;
My other ears that hear above the winds.
He is the part of me that can reach out into the sea.
He has told me a thousand times over that I am his reason for being:
By the way he rests against my leg
By the way he thumps his tail at my smallest smile
By the way he shows his hurt when I leave without taking him.
(I think it makes him sick with worry when he
is not along to care for me.)
When I am wrong, he is delighted to forgive.
When I am angry, he clowns to make me smile.
When I am happy, he is joy unbounded.
When I am a fool, he ignores it.
When I succeed, he brags.
Without him, I am only another person. ,With him, I am all-powerful.
He is loyalty itself., He has taught me the meaning of devotion.
With him, I know a secret comfort and a private peace.
He has brought me understanding where before I was ignorant.
His head on my knee can heal my human hurts.
His presence by my side is protection against, my fears of dark and unknown things.
He has promised to wait for me…, whenever...wherever--in case I need him.
And I expect I will--as I always have.
He is just my dog.
(Author Gene Hill…)
And though I am not into religion or faith based ideologies, believe the words by David M. Romano has a place also… 🙂
And as I venture down the path least traveled, I do not walk alone for with a heart filled with memories of family and friends, the heart will go on… 🙂
And with the new year, for now it is time to put those memories back in that special place in my heart for when I grow too old to dream and time to say goodbye… 🙂
Well, I shall bring my ramblings and the book of memories to a close, time to set sail, leave safe harbor and venture down the path filled with new adventures see what destiny has waiting for me… but I shall return again one day, Fate be willin’ and the creeks don’t rise… 🙂
Hope your new year and path of life is filled and paved with love and happiness, your heart filled with fond memories and until we meet again… 🙂
May the love that you give
Always return to you,
That family and friends are many
And always remain true,
May your mind only know peace
No suffering or strife,
May your heart only know love and happiness
On your journey through life.
(Larry “Dutch” Woller)
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