by Elsie Duggan

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Timed Destiny (TWC)

January 28, 2009 02:53 AM EST

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There are times in history

That have left it's mark upon the world

Some still cloaked in mystery

As in who assassinated Kennedy

We know who shot Abraham Lincoln

For he showed his face on stage

We recognized Martin Luther King

For his contributions to this age

We've seen people climb to greatness

Who might never have been given a chance

A crippled President FDR, took us through a war

No one gave his covered legs a second glance

I could go on recalling people

That have listened to their own drum

Some will be remembered favorably

Some blasted to Kingdom Come

Now we have a new chance

So many things need to be changed

I watched a couple sway and dance

At many balls arranged

Our hopes are high for his promises

To relieve the world from floundering misery

This new man's character, and his youth

Will determine in his own time, his destiny

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Elsie Duggan Jan 28, 2009, 2:57am EST

I really don't know anything about this new president of ours, but I like how he looks at his wife, says a lot to me.

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Linda M. Jan 28, 2009, 3:50am EST

I know what you mean. I love to see them smiling. Let's hope for the best but in the meantime, store up some food and water. You never know what might be coming next. This idea comes from the old Islamic saying, "Trust God but tie your camel." Definitely, in these difficult times, tie up that camel!

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Kathryn E. Jan 28, 2009, 3:58am EST

Elsie, you are absolutely right = how Obama looks at Michelle says a lot. He is a trustworthy, good man, in all respects - on the home front and for the nation. That much I believe.

This is a lovely poem. All yours are. I really do not know how you do it. But, of course, you are also an artist - and you nearly went to art school, and would have become a famous artist had it not been for WWII....

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ELLEN B. Jan 28, 2009, 6:01am EST

Really sweet and thoughtful poem Elsie. How are you? I have been so busy, I am behind in everything. I have missed your great poems, and posts. You are right, Mr. Obama and his wife make one happy just looking at them, and when the family is together you just have to smile. I believe he is one really for the people, and I believe he will stick with us out here in the real world. Doesn't all that optimism make you feel so good?

Thanks for the great poem, excellent as always, have a wonderful day beautiful lady! Ellen B

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sharon SugarMomma is a wise woman, Jan 28, 2009, 6:18am EST

Beautiful poem Elsie - the more I see of him, the more I like.

About how he looks at her, the positive energy flowing between them is visibile.

Heck of a job he has on his hands.

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maria (lurking in the shadows of the night) B. Jan 28, 2009, 6:36am EST

What a wonderfully written poem Elsie. I'll admit I don;t know much about your president, but I am glad he won and hope he does your country justice.

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Janet Somewhere Up On The Mount Jan 28, 2009, 8:09am EST

Thanks for sharing Elsie.

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Rob Appell Jan 28, 2009, 8:57am EST

He may be a loving man in the way he looks at his wife...and he may be a good person...but he hasn't impressed me so far, especially when one of his first actions was to worry about closing a prison in Cuba...like this nation doesn't have much more pressing issue that need the president's attention ahead of that. If this is the direction he's taking; God help us. We're in for another rough four years.

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Kimberly Ripley Jan 28, 2009, 8:57am EST

Your poem is lovely, Elsie, and full of hope. I think that's what we have a little bit of now. I don't know what to think quite yet about our new president, but I am cautiously optimistic!

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flit . Jan 28, 2009, 9:15am EST

if he does nothing else - not that he will - he's already accomplished bunches... both in getting there, and in creating a sense of hope and optimism even in tough times.

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Cristina S. Jan 28, 2009, 9:33am EST

Thank you Elsie!

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Ava's Mom (formerly known as Robiyah) Jan 28, 2009, 10:58am EST

Not only does he look at his wife with complete adoration, he looks at the world like that also.

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Nana to Seven Cutiepies Jan 28, 2009, 11:15am EST

Very nice, I have faith in him.

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Larry H. Jan 28, 2009, 1:18pm EST

LOVED YOUR POEM THANKS FOR SHARING...

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Marge H. Jan 28, 2009, 2:33pm EST

Great poem.

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Dame Ruth, Chief Executive Elitist D. Jan 28, 2009, 8:08pm EST

Thank you for posting to this group whose only purpose is to thank you for posting to this group.

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Donna C. Jan 28, 2009, 8:33pm EST

Nice peom Elsie.
I also like the way the 'first couple'
look at each other. I think he really
believes what he said in his campain,
the test will be if he can get it all done.
I am hopeful that things will get better
in our country and in the world and I sure
hope he can do it.

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Donald M. Jan 28, 2009, 9:55pm EST

We both have seen a lot havent we as far as changes. Not just in Presidents, in morals and what is really taught at school. Slowly watching our leaders take God out of everything. I hope we can get back to being a great Nation again.

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Cheryl W. Jan 28, 2009, 10:38pm EST

I agree with you Elsie. The way a man looks at his wife says a lot about him. Beautiful poem!

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Debra C. Jan 29, 2009, 2:16am EST

This is a beautiful, hopeful poem!

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Courtney C. Jan 29, 2009, 8:18am EST

Very nice post

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April H. Jan 29, 2009, 9:43am EST

A very lovely poem

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Steph-in-NE ..... Jan 29, 2009, 4:39pm EST

very well put and you make a great point how he looks at his wife and daughters,, I think thing will be fine, and with you around I glad to share him with you

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