a gate in the hedge
leads the way
in
or
out
to
what?
to
where?
is it better
to go
around
or
through
or
walk on by?
—
“the world is all gates, all opportunities, strings of tension waiting to be struck.”
-ralph waldo emerson
Apr6
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I didn't have my glasses on.... 
Brilliant!
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thanks, ute –
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In Geelong it’s late
I’m not going to try the gate
That I could take
So I’ll sit here and wait
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ha – perfect!
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This is written in such a fun and delicious form. The metaphor of choice is painted succinctly and beautifully. Well written, Beth!
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thanks so much, brad –
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Since we have the time…let’s go through today, around tomorrow, and pass on by the day after. 🙂
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Why not?
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I’m in. And out. And around.
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That’s one well-positioned gate!
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It’s perfect!
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Beautiful!
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Thank you!
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Very cool. My last house I rented had an arched gate leading to the neighbors yard. It was completely overgrown, and no longer used. Great piece.
Joe
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I love things like that. Thanks, joe
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Ditto!
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💕💕💕
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❤️
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That put out an interesting vibe for sure, Beth.
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I agree-
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I love stuff like that. To use it or not would depend on the day, methinks.
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i agree
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A moot point!
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Could be –
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😉
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That’s a very good one. We will reach our destinations, either way. But how we reach it is up to us!
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Yes, that’s it –
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💖
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NO matter the decision, the invitation is so enchanting!
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It is –
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What a great way to start Monday! Gates are not locked doors–they are opportunities:)
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Exactly!
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There’s a funny spot not too far away from us with a toilet residing in a large open field.
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Of course!)
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One could always “climb over” the gate 😉
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Options are limitless, great idea
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❤ Emerson
You might enjoy this book — by my thesis advisor and friend.
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Thank you, martha
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Lovely post, Beth
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Thank you
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That gate’s a keeper, Beth.
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Ha!
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seems like a secret portal, a la The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe…
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I know….
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Very thought provoking Beth!
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thanks, diane
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It does not matter if one goes through or around… what matters is the consciousness that one is sculpting one’s life with each gate and crossroad that one takes.
Ben
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so well said, ben.
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Hmmm, I have to think on this one. It seems like a trick question.
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Maybe all are possible options
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Possibly….
Parachuting in could be the safest!
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Could be!
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😀
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Nice beth! Good writing!
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