Holding My Breath

Holding My Breath

A Poem by Pete
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I was not born to be forced. I will breathe after my own fashion. - Thoreau

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young man breathing out through nose, underwater view - man holding breath stock pictures, royalty-free photos & images

mental convection
a flotilla of feelings
i try not to breathe



© 2025 Pete


Author's Note

Pete
“Live in each season as it passes; breathe the air, drink the drink, taste the fruit, and resign yourself to the influence of the earth.” - Thoreau

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Nicely penned work here Pete...
Like the style and use of words....

And hell yeah, no one likes being told what to do....!
Respect to Thoreau as ever...

BB73

Posted 4 Months Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Pete

4 Months Ago

thanks. right on as usual. appreciate you stopping by.

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Added on August 22, 2025
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Pete
Pete

Boston, MA



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I love reading, writing, music, nature, God and feeling emotion, not necessarily in that order. To me, these things go hand in hand. My favorite writer is Henry David Thoreau. I think he was a geni.. more..