Life...

Source: RangerUp.com
Published: Apr 17, 2021
Author: RangerUp
Post Date: 2021-04-17 19:40:47 by Esso
Views: 396

Life is not a journey to the grave

With the intention of arriving safely

In a pretty and well preserved body,

But rather,

To skid in broadside, thoroughly used up,

Totally worn out, leaking oil, on fire,

And reeking of gunpowder, women and whiskey,

Loudly proclaiming,

Wow, what a ride...

Poster Comment:

"Pile of brass" is cool as is "Sing your death song" too.

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#1: Lod    To: Esso (#0)

You do find some interesting sites for us, thank you.

Lod posted on 2021-04-17 21:44:48   Reply   Private Reply

#2: StraitGate    To: Esso (#0)

gunpowder, women and whiskey

There's a country song in there, but I'm no Tommy Collins to write it.

StraitGate posted on 2021-04-17 21:54:42   Reply   Private Reply

#3: Esso    To: Lod, 4um (#1)

Have you heard the name Tecumseh? How could a man who constantly allied himself with anti-American interests be held in such high regard? How could this man, who would never call himself an American citizen, become beloved by generations of American warriors? It's simple, really: Tecumseh, aside from being a formidable opponent and brilliant tactician was one of the most principled and wise individuals to ever grace the North American landmass. He embodied the warrior spirit in his physical prowess, patient diplomacy, vigorous approach to fighting, and moral stand against injustice. His name became synonymous with courage both in life and death. His devotion to his people has rarely been equaled, but most of all, his willingness to sacrifice for a cause has set an almost unattainable precedent. In his immortal words:

When your time comes to die,

Be not like those whose hearts are filled with fear of death,

So that when their time comes they weep and pray for a little more time

To live their lives over again in a different way.

Sing your death song, and die like a hero going home.

Be fearless. Live for your life as if every day is your last. Challenge limits. Accept everything for what it is and never look back.

Esso posted on 2021-04-18 08:04:41   Reply   Private Reply

#4: noone222    To: Esso (#3)

Be fearless. Live for your life as if every day is your last.

The closer we edge towards that great day the more meaningful that statement.

noone222 posted on 2021-04-18 08:10:53   Reply   Private Reply

#5: Esso    To: All (#3)

Lord, make me fast and accurate.

Let my aim be true and my hand faster

Than those who would seek to destroy me.

Grant me victory over my foes,

And those that wish to do harm to me and mine.

Let not my last thought be,

If only I had my gun.

And Lord,

If today is truly the day that You call me home,

Let me die in a pile of brass.

Esso posted on 2021-04-18 08:11:09   Reply   Private Reply

#6: Esso    To: noone222 (#4)

The closer we edge towards that great day the more meaningful that statement.

10 Apr 2021

"Jesus Christ, PacMan. What were you doing over there bothering my neighbor?"

"I like talking to pretty gals."

"You know, she's like 67?" (I think someone was a little jealous)

"So?"

"She's had a boyfriend for like twenty years."

"So? She didn't seem to mind my company."

To his ex-step-son-in-law, Jimmy: "You should've seen Melinda, she was giggling like a little schoolgirl."

MISSION ACCOMPLISHED

Esso posted on 2021-04-18 08:38:43   Reply   Private Reply

#7: Lod    To: Esso (#6)

Being able to make a female laugh is like rounding third base...

Lod posted on 2021-04-18 09:55:56   Reply   Private Reply

#8: Esso    To: Lod (#7)

Being able to make a female laugh is like rounding third base...

I'm pretty sure that I had her undivided attention when I told her, "It's been over a year since I've had a face-to-face with nice lookin' woman. I really miss that."

Melinda is a PA or something in a nursing home. I guess she's got to dress up like she's a member of an EOD or bomb squad just to work. That'd suck.

Esso posted on 2021-04-18 10:21:50   Reply   Private Reply

#9: noone222    To: Esso (#6)

"You should've seen Melinda, she was giggling like a little schoolgirl."

"You should've seen Doug, he was giggling like a little schoolgirl."

noone222 posted on 2021-04-20 22:38:41   Reply   Private Reply

#10: Lod    To: noone222, Esso, 4um (#9)

At this stage of the game, a good laugh is priceless.

Lod posted on 2021-04-20 22:42:58   Reply   Private Reply