The Beginning At Last

Walking Away

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by

Kevin
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I feel the need to walk away

Perhaps return another day

Times they change, and people too

I feel at last my time is through

Moving on, I don’t know where

Without a clue, without a care

A song once said ‘While it’s still fun”

“Walk before they make me run”

Within my head those words ring true

So now I say goodbye to you

Perhaps our paths will cross again

I don’t know how or even when

If fate decides this is the last

With fondest eyes I’ll view the past

Farewell my friends, do not despair

Remember that I once was there

“Before They Make Me Run” written by Mick Jagger and Keith Richards

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37 responses to “Walking Away”

  1. rebuilding rob Avatar
    rebuilding rob

    Sometimes all you could do is walk away. It doesn’t mean that you’re giving up or quitting. It just means that you’re done wasting time.

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    1. Silk Cords Avatar
      Silk Cords

      Exactly

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  2. Amy Avatar
    Amy

    Nice.

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  3. Pooja G Avatar
    Pooja G

    “Times they change, and people too”- this is so true. Often the time comes when we have to move on and have outgrown people or a place.

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    1. Kevin Avatar
      Kevin

      That’s where I am today.
      Needed to see it written out in front of me to be sure.

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      1. Pooja G Avatar
        Pooja G

        That’s where I’m at right now too so I appreciate you writing it out. Found it really relatable.

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      2. Kevin Avatar
        Kevin

        Thanks, Pooja. The irony for me is it may have actually influenced me the other way, but that’s why I put it on the screen: I needed to know.
        I know that doesn’t make sense, but it does to me lol

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      3. Pooja G Avatar
        Pooja G

        No, I totally get it. Writing stuff down really helps us figure out our thoughts and emotions.

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  4. Chris Avatar
    Chris

    Great song. Jagger and Richards are killing it.

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    1. Kevin Avatar
      Kevin

      That’s one of my favorite Stones tunes. Keith isn’t a great singer, but the ones he sings fit his voice to a T, in my opinion.

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      1. Chris Avatar
        Chris

        Give Keith a bottle of booze and he’ll sing like an Angel 😁

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      2. Kevin Avatar
        Kevin

        I am completely convinced that at the end of time, the only thing left will be Keith Richards, a distillery and a Fender Telecaster and he’ll be singing a song about outliving us all 😄

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      3. Chris Avatar
        Chris

        Damn right, that guy is indestructible, a living legend

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      4. Kevin Avatar
        Kevin

        And considering all the very hard miles, he could look a lot worse! 😄
        I swear, the secret is just plain not giving a flying F.

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      5. Chris Avatar
        Chris

        So true 💯

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      6. Kevin Avatar
        Kevin

        I don’t know if I’d advise the amount of drinking and other substances, but we can take at least one page from ol’ Keef. 😄

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      7. Chris Avatar
        Chris

        Yeah, Keith he knows how to live 😁

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      8. Kevin Avatar
        Kevin

        Can’t deny that lol

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      9. Chris Avatar
        Chris

        “Under the influence” on Netflix, must see about Keith Richards 😊

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      10. Kevin Avatar
        Kevin

        Cool. I’ll have to check it out. 😎
        You ever see the documentary about Chuck Berry that he was in back in the 80s?
        Hail Hail Rock & Roll. He was the bandleader, and if I recall, him and Chuck had a couple epic arguments lol

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      11. Chris Avatar
        Chris

        Nope, that on Netflix? If yes, I’ll check it out.

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      12. Kevin Avatar
        Kevin

        I’m currently on Amazon Prime and Pluto TV looks like.
        Side note: Apparently, Keith has a collection of over 3,000 guitars. 😲
        I mean, I know he’s loaded, but 3,000? Damn lol

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      13. Chris Avatar
        Chris

        Crazy 🤣 I’ll check Amazon Prime

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  5. The Mindful Migraine Blog Avatar
    The Mindful Migraine Blog

    “Times they change, and people too” – perfect

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  6. janetdthomas77 Avatar
    janetdthomas77

    Loved reading over this poem – or are these song lyrics, Kevin?

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    1. Kevin Avatar
      Kevin

      Just the lines in quotes, The rest are mine,
      I’m having a “should I stay or should I go?” moment lately.
      Thanks, Janet. 🙏

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      1. janetdthomas77 Avatar
        janetdthomas77

        I hope whether you stay or go, you make yourself happy. That’s the most important part, Kevin. You are what’s most important xx

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      2. Kevin Avatar
        Kevin

        Thanks, Janet. 🙂
        I’m usually pretty good at determining my shelf life and knowing when it’s time to move on.

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  7. mahalakshmiarun777 Avatar
    mahalakshmiarun777

    Moving is what matters. Where to, only time can say!

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  8. Johnbritto Kurusumuthu Avatar
    Johnbritto Kurusumuthu

    The imagery captures the feeling of uncertainty and the inevitability of change in life’s journey. It speaks to the transient nature of relationships and experiences, acknowledging the bittersweet farewell to familiar paths and people.👌🎉

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    1. Kevin Avatar
      Kevin

      Thank you very much for your comment. I deeply appreciate your insight. Hope you have a great day. 🙏

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      1. Johnbritto Kurusumuthu Avatar
        Johnbritto Kurusumuthu

        🤝👏🎉

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  9. mahalakshmiarun777 Avatar
    mahalakshmiarun777

    When I read this page, I wanted ti send my feedback in length. I have been there in that place. To move on is the most hardest thing, that would do us good personally, but have no clue “how?”. At some point of time, I felt like being in the soil pit, unable to get myself up on the surface. The more I tried, the more it took me down. But one day, I came to the surface. Still I was sitting on the ground watching the soil pit, couldn’t make myself walk away. An attachment to the pit. After months, I walked away, but kept looking back. I have gotten out of the place finally, but with a huge void within me. Moving on helps us a lot, but how to fill the void is a million dollar question”?”

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    1. Kevin Avatar
      Kevin

      This is very valuable and interesting feedback. Thank you. I would also say that sometimes, though. the void might actually be much needed space. I think that is where each individual needs to figure out what it is to them.
      Is it leaving a void? Or giving you space that you truly need? Maybe it’s a space that’s not meant to be filled right away.
      It could also come down to what it truly better for us. Is it better to remain in the pit or face the void? I think it comes down to a choice of priorities and balance.

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      1. mahalakshmiarun777 Avatar
        mahalakshmiarun777

        Yes, definitely facing the void is lot better than being in the pit. Well said 👍👏👏

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      2. Kevin Avatar
        Kevin

        Thank you. At least with the unknown void, there is the chance for a new adventure. 🙂🙂

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      3. mahalakshmiarun777 Avatar
        mahalakshmiarun777

        👍

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