I am sure like me, there have been times when you have wondered what difference might have been made to your life, if your younger self had been gifted with the experience and knowledge you have accumulated over the years.

I invited several friends from the writing community to share their thoughts on this subject which I am sure you will enjoy as much as I did.

Today my guest is Chris Graham more frequently referred to as The Story Reading Ape. Chris has been a huge supporter of my blog since the early days and this support extends out across the writing community. His archives are crammed with authors and their guest posts and is a great place to find your next book to read.

Chris shares his thoughts on the prompt in the form of a delightfully thought provoking piece of poetry.

I wish I knew then what I know now!

A sad refrain heard time and again
I wish I knew then what I know now!
Not restricted til death and that final breath
that smooths the furrowed brow.

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