Future Fortunes
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Future Fortunes
The memories of the past
and the fortunes of the future
are man’s present teacher.
Who is Elias Tobias? Go to his biography that is also in Spanish.
Breaking News! Elias Tobias to publish book of poetry
Exclusive! Get the news first at this web blog. Elias Tobias has begun the process to publish his first book of poetry, plus a bonus book through AuthorHouse of Bloomington, Indiana. The books will be in two formats, a 6 x 9 soft cover book and the e-book form for electronic book readers. These books should be available in a few months, but no prices have yet been determined. There are over 130 poems in the anthology, and are being moved from public viewing. There are still plenty of other poems, stories, articles and things to do and read on the World of Words by Elias Tobias. More details of publications times and costs for the books will be formally announced later. Now back to your reading.
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Live for Today
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Live for Today
I don’t want to die,
At least not this way.
There’s much more
I plan to do and say,
And it’s to this end
I pray every day.
Doctors know the therapy
This cancer will go way.
Then the child inside me
Will be allowed to play,
But the memories of
These times with stay
In the back of my mind.
I can only live for today.
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Person in the Picture
On April 21, 2013, my wife and I went to the Indianapolis Indians game. It was in the mid 50’s, but we were dressed for the event. I used the time to get this portrait or caricature by Bob East (Caricatures@BobEast.com), the official Indians artist. The team’s fan photographer took of picture of the artist at work, but I can’t show it due to copyright restrictions. However, you can go to www.indyindians.com, click on the “Fan Photo” icon in the “Stay Connected” tab in the center of the homepage to view this shot. Go to the April 21, 2013 albums, and the PNC plaza album. This is easier. Click on the image above to get the full portrait to download for free. By the way, the Indians beat the Louisville Bats, 2-1 that day.
Person in the Picture
I’m trying to be the person in my picture,
But it was taken in a different time and place.
I brushed my hair, and washed my face
But I wonder about the rest of me.
I’m trying to be the person in my picture.
Like a good scout, I’ll do my best,
But the question is today can I pass the test,
And will I be like this the rest of my days?
I’m trying to be the person in my picture.
I wonder where that person went, after
all the money for food and clothes was spent?
At least I have enough to pay bills and rent.
Who is Elias Tobias? Go to his biography that is also in Spanish.