Subway stations...passengers who is a token through life

— Richard L. Ratliff

Thankfully another tomorrow greets As I drink from cup of time And prepare to lock the door behind mean leave it to others

— Richard L. Ratliff

The moon blows kisses to the evening primrose

— Richard L. Ratliff

There is nothing to fear From your reflection

— Richard L. Ratliff

Through the dark night chasing the morning light That headlight streaming white through the night

— Richard L. Ratliff

Time is passing : not leaden stepping But sprinting on winged feet, Quick silver slipping by.

— Richard L. Ratliff

We are philosophers of our time Floating in the moon's evening glow

— Richard L. Ratliff

We learn and grow Always building on what we know

— Richard L. Ratliff

When you build a house You nail down memories Paint and stain the fabric of time

— Richard L. Ratliff

You have been the pillow lay my weary soul upon

— Richard L. Ratliff