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Trippers and Askers

By Deb Benson

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Hi All:  when I saw this line of Walt Whitmans for a challenge I took it "Trippers and askers surround me."  It made me think of Woodstock and the 60's Surround me Trippers and askers Fools and beggars Drinkers and dancers Poets and music-makers Fields filled People unknown United by music Peace and love Thousands became one Thru rain and mud A pot-filled haze Thousands became one Brothers and sisters Not of blood But of soul Thousands became one Today my heart remembers Exquisite peace and joy Wanting the world to become one Trippers and askers Fools and beggars Drinkers and dancers Poets and music-makers Dreamers Surround me again Written April 21st, 2002 © on Apr 21 2002 02:06 AM PST   10 • 0 • 9

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