From one generation to another
We share our precious truths
The ideals that we live for
And fought for in our youth
Some ideas will carry forward
Each generation must decide
To determine what’s important
And how they will abide
We hope good ideas last forever
And the rest are left behind
We try to provide a compass
But the path is theirs to find
Sometimes we hold too long
Before the torch is passed
It just means running faster
For a new die to be cast
About the Poem Passing the Torch
The poem Passing the Torch is about when things should transition to a new generation. This can apply to the Olympics, politics or life in general. In the past, torches were generally passed sooner because people didn’t live as long. We have lost the concept of the elder in society. People are now spending 30 or 40 years in careers that previously only lasted 20 years. Part of it is they can, and part is they aren’t ready for retirement and don’t know what else they might do. This creates problems for younger generations as leadership positions aren’t transitioning the way they did. In many cultures there is a logical transition to an elder (mentor) role. This is something we need to explore more and find ways to bring back. It creates value for individuals, the community, and ensures that torches are passed when people are ready to receive them.
Poetry Books
Here are some of the books that are available from Robert Longley. I would recommend the Sacred Poem journals. Reading my earlier books (especially the ones for Military, Police and Firefighter’s families) cover to cover can be overwhelming. The poetry journals are designed to give you one poem per day while you journal about what might be going on in your life. There are specific journals for grief, success, and more.
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Inspirational Poetry Products
While I do signed poetry prints that are 11×14, that isn’t the size or product that all people want. Some just want a sympathy card, others may want a large canvas print, or maybe a coffee cup. There are limits to what I can customize with the options available so some products just don’t work. Please just ignore them, I know that that format doesn’t work. If you are looking for something specific, or would like to make something specific just let me know. I’m open to just about anything.
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