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The Why

Why should I answer a question
life taught me not to ask..
Why challenge the self
and break through layers
of curiosity knowing
my soul is so fragile
and fear the word "because"
I know ..I am a seeker
Just like you..
and always has been
but I shiver and cry
for those who will get to answer..

And Oh did I just say why..

Author notes

As a nurse, one thing we learn. ..we should never ask Why...because it only brings trouble..

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  • MargaretG
    March 13, 2008

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    I have found out some 'whys' in my time, and you are right, they are trouble. On the other hand, answers can bring closure and an end to grief. All situations are individual, and this is a rational approach.
    Congratulations on your gold trophy, well done.

  • Bob Fox
    March 7, 2008

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    A seeker

    Often my thoughts blend into space as I seek greater answers that man can give and in doing so I think i am preparing myself for thenext journay. But what if? nd it is good to know you save lives


  • Wayne Leon Learmond
    March 6, 2008

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    I love this. This is deep. That is the one question that never will be answered in this life: 'Why?' A shiver ran down my spine on reading this.

    Keep writing
    Wonderful thought-provoking piece this is.

    Wayne Leon
    xx


  • Pollycheck
    February 28, 2008

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    Thank you for entering my why contest. I really enjoyed reading your take and your reply to the prompt why.

  • SueRee
    February 28, 2008

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    Super

    EVERY why, medical or not, brings more questions, till we finally get to "just BECAUSE". Because it works that way, because the results are disaster down another path, because it's human nature, because God made it that way. The great plus to seeking through your own layers is not only finding some of the answers but also finding the strengths and depths of all those layers to your soul. It IS worth the time, effort, tears and prayers it takes! Thank you for asking the questions...


  • Topaze
    February 28, 2008
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    Very Nice

    Well worded nicely done, good luck in the competition.


  • cLaSsiX
    February 28, 2008

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    very good write. the emotion was very well penned, and you could feel it throughout the piece. the flow was also very nice.... goodluck in the contest.

  • EncounteredEpiphany
    February 28, 2008
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    Powerful...

    Could feel your deep emotions, great write

    Salute!


  • PerVirtuous
    February 27, 2008

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    Very deep... I had to read it three times, quite excitedly, to get the full meaning. I disagree with the concept of giving up! Rather strenuously. We never give up asking why, we simply learn we will never find a complete answer... so what? We continue to grow by its asking... what could be better than that? Great write! Love the thought in this.

    • Amarige
      February 27, 2008

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      This was from the idea of not asking why to patients...because from asking why..you already judging them..if you understand what I mean..for some reason..the contest idea made me think of that..because all my handouts got big why picture crossed..so when I saw the contest..I thought to use that idea..thank you my friend..your comment is very much appreciated.


  • Tercil gold member
    February 27, 2008

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    As a nurse, I can imagine the why's and maybe's. It is giving us plenty of thought reading this, and I very much doubt if I'll be able to answer. Wise.

    • Amarige
      February 27, 2008
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      Thanks my friend..I appreciate your comment
      Amarige

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