Often, we must close our eyes
If we truly are to see
Take away the labels
Of who we are to be
So many expectations
Of what is right and wrong
When all we should focus on
Is how to get along
It only takes a moment
For us to see beyond
And see the things that join us
And the ways that we can bond
It really is so simple
When we open up our eyes
Accepting the possibilities
Is a wonderful surprise
About the Poem See Beyond
The poem See Beyond is about looking past the norms and expectations that people set for us. Sometimes these are goals for us to attain, but more often they are barriers and limitations that are imposed on us, or that we impose on others. Sometimes these are well meaning, but can also be prejudicial.
The idea for this poem, and the title itself come from Grace Strobel. She’s a fashion model who happens to have Down syndrome. People tend to make assumptions about what this means. The way she views herself has no limits “Model/Speaker/Activist Changing Perceptions. Re-Think What Is Possible” . If Grace can see beyond the limitations others impose on us, maybe we can too.
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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