Blessed Nothingness
Relishing those moments of 'being unfocused'37 total reviews
Comment from zanni
The title made me wonder if this poem would be about non-duality. I enjoyed the sense of peace as I read it several times. It gives the sense of a rested mind in the opening line. The second line brings the feel of a letting go. The final line shows the benefit of taking time out.
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2024
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The title made me wonder if this poem would be about non-duality. I enjoyed the sense of peace as I read it several times. It gives the sense of a rested mind in the opening line. The second line brings the feel of a letting go. The final line shows the benefit of taking time out.
Comment Written 19-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2024
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Thanx so much for stopping by and reviewing... always so appreciated!! Please stop by anytime and have a great remainder of the weekend!!
Comment from royowen
I think people who can be 'unstressed' are very useful people, too much emotion can truly render us useless, my elder daughter has always had a place she can go if life gets too stressy, both my wife and daughters are amazing people. But very useful in emergencies. Beautifully written Yvette, good luck, blessings Roy
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2024
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I think people who can be 'unstressed' are very useful people, too much emotion can truly render us useless, my elder daughter has always had a place she can go if life gets too stressy, both my wife and daughters are amazing people. But very useful in emergencies. Beautifully written Yvette, good luck, blessings Roy
Comment Written 18-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2024
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Oh, I do like being useful!! Seriously, though, it does feed a part of who we are to lose ourselves in 'nothing' once in a while... my escape is working in my yard - a whole lot of physical and not much mental there.. :) ;) Thanx so much for being out there and taking the time to review, Roy -- always so appreciated! Gonna be a crazy weekend over here, but I promise to try to respond as much as possible... will have more time when school's out next month and I only have one job to deal with! :) :) I just didn't want you to think I'd forgotten to respond... Take good care of you! :-)
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Of course not Yvette, that wouldn?t be you.
Comment from dragonpoet
Hi Y M,
This short poem is deep. It can be about faith or just the joy you feel when you see the beauty of nature.
Keep writing and stay healthy.
Good luck in the contest.
Have a wonderful weekend
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2024
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Hi Y M,
This short poem is deep. It can be about faith or just the joy you feel when you see the beauty of nature.
Keep writing and stay healthy.
Good luck in the contest.
Have a wonderful weekend
Comment Written 18-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2024
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Thanx so much for being out there, my lady, and taking the time to review -- always so appreciated! Gonna be a crazy weekend over here, but didn't want you to think I'd forgotten to respond... :-)
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You're most welcome on all accounts, Y.M.
Joan
Comment from Ulla
I think I know what you mean. To take a step back and distant yourself from the problems can be surprisingly restorative. I really liked your poem. Ulla:)))
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2024
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I think I know what you mean. To take a step back and distant yourself from the problems can be surprisingly restorative. I really liked your poem. Ulla:)))
Comment Written 18-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2024
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Thanx so much for being out there and taking the time to review -- always so appreciated! Gonna be a crazy weekend over here, but didn't want you to think I'd forgotten to respond... :-)
Comment from Mark Jackson
I was a little surprised by your choice of words although I liked the alliteration. Rather than sympathy I had expected a negative word like worry. I do like it when I am surprised it makes me think, ponder the choice and work out the meaning. Good writing should do this.
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2024
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I was a little surprised by your choice of words although I liked the alliteration. Rather than sympathy I had expected a negative word like worry. I do like it when I am surprised it makes me think, ponder the choice and work out the meaning. Good writing should do this.
Comment Written 18-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2024
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Don't have 'space' for negativity, Mark -- usually thoughtful and pensive is as far as I'll let myself go.... Glad to surprise you! :) Thanx so much for being out there and taking the time to review -- always so appreciated! Gonna be a crazy weekend over here, but didn't want you to think I'd forgotten to respond... :-)
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You are welcome.
Comment from Ginda Simpson
Oh yes, when we can achieve that sense of peace and even bliss, when we succeed in laying down our burdens! You did a fine job of illustrating this with your carefully chosen words. Good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2024
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Oh yes, when we can achieve that sense of peace and even bliss, when we succeed in laying down our burdens! You did a fine job of illustrating this with your carefully chosen words. Good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 18-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2024
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Thanx so much for being out there, Ginda, and taking the time to review -- always so appreciated! Please feel free to stop by the front porch any time!! :) Gonna be a crazy weekend over here, but didn't want you to think I'd forgotten to respond... :-)
Comment from Brenda Strauser
I enjoyed your poem. Sometimes, it is good for us .to just relax and not think about anything. I liked the words you used. The picture goes well with the words. Very good job
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2024
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I enjoyed your poem. Sometimes, it is good for us .to just relax and not think about anything. I liked the words you used. The picture goes well with the words. Very good job
Comment Written 18-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2024
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Thanx so much for being out there, Brenda, and taking the time to review -- always so appreciated! Please feel free to stop by the front porch any time!! :) Gonna be a crazy weekend over here, but didn't want you to think I'd forgotten to respond... :-)
Comment from Debbie D'Arcy
A very calming and meditative verse complemented by a dreamy image! This is a delight to read and immerse oneself in your 'peaceful wondering.' Thank you for sharing. Good luck! Debbie
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2024
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A very calming and meditative verse complemented by a dreamy image! This is a delight to read and immerse oneself in your 'peaceful wondering.' Thank you for sharing. Good luck! Debbie
Comment Written 18-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2024
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Thanx so much for being out there, Debbie, and taking the time to review -- always so appreciated! Please feel free to stop by the front porch any time!! :) Gonna be a crazy weekend over here, but didn't want you to think I'd forgotten to respond... :-)
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I love your virtual porch. I wrote a verse once about a virtual bench so I'll bring it with me:))
Comment from Pearl Edwards
This sounds like a lovely lay back while enjoying meditating and letting the world go on around you. I find 20 minutes of that is equal to a nap. A beautifully descriptive 5-7-5 poem that leaves me feeling the 'unencumbered bliss' you describe.
Lovely presentaion and good luck in the contest.
cheers,
valda
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2024
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This sounds like a lovely lay back while enjoying meditating and letting the world go on around you. I find 20 minutes of that is equal to a nap. A beautifully descriptive 5-7-5 poem that leaves me feeling the 'unencumbered bliss' you describe.
Lovely presentaion and good luck in the contest.
cheers,
valda
Comment Written 18-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2024
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Thanx so much for being out there, Val, and taking the time to review -- always so appreciated! Please feel free to stop by the front porch any time!! :) Gonna be a crazy weekend over here, but didn't want you to think I'd forgotten to respond... :-)
Comment from tfawcus
I think I know what you mean. It's easy to get wrapped up in the lives and crises of friends and family, to the detriment of one's own equilibrium. Tuning out for a while for a little 'me time' can be an effective restorative.
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2024
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I think I know what you mean. It's easy to get wrapped up in the lives and crises of friends and family, to the detriment of one's own equilibrium. Tuning out for a while for a little 'me time' can be an effective restorative.
Comment Written 18-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2024
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Thanx so much for being out there, sir, and taking the time to review -- always so appreciated! Gonna be a crazy weekend over here, but I promise to try to respond as much as possible... will have more time when school's out next month and I only have the one job to deal with! :) :) I just didn't want you to think I'd forgotten to respond... Take good care of you! :-)
