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Uncharted Territory

East of my heart
There is a forest.
It is deep, and full of mystery.
I never travel there, unless I am well protected.
Or if I do, I take a great risk
For in that forest,
There are only two outcomes of my venture:

First, something terribly unforgettable may happen.
Something will suck me in,
And I,
Unprepared,
May fall on my ass and not stand up for a while.

Or,
As I cautiously survey my inner demon,
Something unexpected may occur.
A gift, one so generous,
May be bestowed on me
By the grace of God.
And these gifts I am very thankful for,
As I recognize them for the treasure they are.

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