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Bob Dylan

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When I was young and time was infinite,
I was spontaneous, impulsive, and impatient.
Now I am older,
and life is precious,
and the timeless becomes a time
with an end in sight.
Love becomes more visible.
I am adventurous,
thoughtful, and patient,
building the next dream
in a timeless future.

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Eduardo

Mon 10th Feb 2025 04:32

Hélène, I'm glad you liked the poem! Thank you.

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Eduardo

Mon 10th Feb 2025 04:31

Graham, thank you for your words and your movie recommendation!

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Hélène

Sat 8th Feb 2025 11:50

A simply beautiful poem, Eduardo. Can't wait to see the movie, Graham. Check out this video of Bob & Joan (Bob choosing to sing melodically instead of gravelly. I like both versions of his voice).
https://youtu.be/YVWouDqZp0E?feature=shared

And here's a 2022 interview w/ Dylan. What a wizard with words; free flowing poetry.
https://www.reddit.com/r/bobdylan/comments/zq1vox/new_dylan_interview_bob_dylan_on_musics_golden/?rdt=42601

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Graham Sherwood

Sat 8th Feb 2025 10:00

Anything Dylan related (Bob or Thomas) is up my street! If you haven’t seen the new film go!!
I like the subtle shift in this poem.

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