Picture This
Viewing comments for Chapter 28 "If I Could Turn Back Time"poems from Picture This Challenge
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Comment from Margaret Ford
This is a fine poem, and so true -- it should be both a warning and a reassurance to younger folks: some things, probably small things, you wish you'd done differently, but the big stuff--time spent with parents and sons--was well lived.
As for me, if I could live my life over, I would change most of the major decisions I made up to the age of forty. After that, I was smarter.
Btw, your meter and rhyme were excellent--I just love this kind of a poem. Margaret
reply by the author on 26-May-2017
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This is a fine poem, and so true -- it should be both a warning and a reassurance to younger folks: some things, probably small things, you wish you'd done differently, but the big stuff--time spent with parents and sons--was well lived.
As for me, if I could live my life over, I would change most of the major decisions I made up to the age of forty. After that, I was smarter.
Btw, your meter and rhyme were excellent--I just love this kind of a poem. Margaret
Comment Written 25-May-2017
reply by the author on 26-May-2017
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I think I'm the same as you, my bad decisions were made before I reached forty, trouble was the two good things that happened in that time, my sons, wouldn't have happened. It's a shame we aren't allowed to pick and choose what we want to keep and change the ones we don't! LOL, that would be great! Thank you so much for your lovely review, Margaret, I really appreciate your kind words. :) Sandra xx
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You're welcome, dear Sandra.
Comment from BeasPeas
This is a wonderful poem, Sandra. I like that you're catching up with the Picture This with some fine poetry to accompany these great images. Favorite lines:
"Sometimes I get so cross with time, it never takes a breath,
it marches on relentlessly, from birth until our death.
We can't go back, it is a fact, we cannot change the past,"
Marilyn
reply by the author on 26-May-2017
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This is a wonderful poem, Sandra. I like that you're catching up with the Picture This with some fine poetry to accompany these great images. Favorite lines:
"Sometimes I get so cross with time, it never takes a breath,
it marches on relentlessly, from birth until our death.
We can't go back, it is a fact, we cannot change the past,"
Marilyn
Comment Written 25-May-2017
reply by the author on 26-May-2017
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Thank you, Marilyn. I have really slipped behind in all my writing, and I'm giving myself a bit of a kick to get started again. I'm so pleased you liked this one, I have a few to catch up on. Thanks again, my friend. :) Sandra xx
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Hi Sandra. I know the feeling of being behind in everything--mostly it is my house that suffers. I'm happy to see your Picture This poem. The group seems to be suffering from non-participation right now. You write 'em, I'll read 'em. Hugs, Marilyn
Comment from Janet Foor
I'm sure this is a universal wish - If I could turn back time. So many things I would do differently if only I had the change to do it over again.
A beautiful expression of what we would do if we had a second go.
Well done Sandra.
Blessings
Janet
reply by the author on 26-May-2017
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I'm sure this is a universal wish - If I could turn back time. So many things I would do differently if only I had the change to do it over again.
A beautiful expression of what we would do if we had a second go.
Well done Sandra.
Blessings
Janet
Comment Written 25-May-2017
reply by the author on 26-May-2017
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I'm sure too, Janet. I know I would change a few things but only as long as they didn't affect the people I love in an adverse way. Thank you so much for the 6 stars, my friend, that was so kind of you, and for the lovely review! :) Sandra xx
Comment from Ben Colder
Oh, how many times I have said the words to this poem. But if I could, I know I would, repeat some things I've done,
enjoy the life I lived with both my parents and my sons.
The love I've shared with nothing spared, was worth the time apart,
for what I had with them will always live within my heart.
Hall Mark worthy. Thank you Sandy.
reply by the author on 26-May-2017
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Oh, how many times I have said the words to this poem. But if I could, I know I would, repeat some things I've done,
enjoy the life I lived with both my parents and my sons.
The love I've shared with nothing spared, was worth the time apart,
for what I had with them will always live within my heart.
Hall Mark worthy. Thank you Sandy.
Comment Written 25-May-2017
reply by the author on 26-May-2017
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I often do, Ben. So many times I've thought of my late husband, and my parents and wished I'd said, I love you, more often. We all do, but we have to think of the positive things they gave us and all the joy we shared. It's hard though. But I wouldn't change those years, not for all the gold in the world. We never think that one day they wouldn't be there, the mind doesn't travel that path. Thank you so much, my dear friend for your lovely words and the shiny 6 stars. God bless you and help you through those sad moments. Big hugs. Sandy. xxxx
Comment from frogbook
This is a wonderful poem for the picture, worth the wait. So true of that thief called time. I wonder all the time what I would do differently, given the chance.
reply by the author on 26-May-2017
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This is a wonderful poem for the picture, worth the wait. So true of that thief called time. I wonder all the time what I would do differently, given the chance.
Comment Written 25-May-2017
reply by the author on 26-May-2017
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I think most people would love the chance to change things. Thank you so much for the stars, JoAnn, and the lovely comments. I really appreciate them. :) Sandra xxx
Comment from damommy
I don't know anyone who hasn't felt this way.
Like you, I'd gladly relive the time with my sons growing up. That's my biggest wish.
I once had a priest tell me if we lived a life with no regrets, we couldn't live. Wise man. I've learned no matter which way we go, we'll have regrets.
This is such a lovely poem. So beautifully written. I wish I had a six, my friend, but, alas, I do not. 8-)
reply by the author on 26-May-2017
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I don't know anyone who hasn't felt this way.
Like you, I'd gladly relive the time with my sons growing up. That's my biggest wish.
I once had a priest tell me if we lived a life with no regrets, we couldn't live. Wise man. I've learned no matter which way we go, we'll have regrets.
This is such a lovely poem. So beautifully written. I wish I had a six, my friend, but, alas, I do not. 8-)
Comment Written 25-May-2017
reply by the author on 26-May-2017
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Your priest was a very wise man, Yvonne. I doubt anyone has lived without regretting something. Thank you so much for those lovely words, my dear friend, the 6 is not important, your liking my poem was. Biggest hugs!! :) Sandra xx
Comment from Nikki-Nicole
After reading this, I find it to be a VERY GOOD poem.
I especially like: 'But if I could, I would, repeat some things I've done,
enjoy the life I lived with both parents and my sons.'
Great artwork: The image shown supports the poem. The portrait of the woman with the clock is a perfect example of the topic discussed. The background goes well with the art and the color of font chosen.
Thanks for sharing your poetry.
Good luck with your future writing.
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reply by the author on 26-May-2017
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After reading this, I find it to be a VERY GOOD poem.
I especially like: 'But if I could, I would, repeat some things I've done,
enjoy the life I lived with both parents and my sons.'
Great artwork: The image shown supports the poem. The portrait of the woman with the clock is a perfect example of the topic discussed. The background goes well with the art and the color of font chosen.
Thanks for sharing your poetry.
Good luck with your future writing.
-Nicole-
Comment Written 25-May-2017
reply by the author on 26-May-2017
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What a lovely review, thank you so much, Nicole! And, a super big hug for the 6 stars! I'm delighted you enjoyed my poem. :) Sandra xxx
Comment from nancy_e_davis
This is beautiful Sandra. You could have been talking for me, or any of us truth be told. I see nothing to critic my friend.
If only, if only, what futile words those seem to be.Do overs are not allowed in life. Well done. Nancy
reply by the author on 26-May-2017
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This is beautiful Sandra. You could have been talking for me, or any of us truth be told. I see nothing to critic my friend.
If only, if only, what futile words those seem to be.Do overs are not allowed in life. Well done. Nancy
Comment Written 25-May-2017
reply by the author on 26-May-2017
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I'd like to think this is a trial run and we're sent back to do it again only better. Trouble is, if God does allow that, and it already happens, He forgot to return us with memories of the things we would change. So, would we change? LOL, If I am lucky enough to meet Him, I'll have to mention my idea and see what He says! Thank you so much for the 6 stars, my dear friend. Big hugs, my sweet friend. :) Sandra xxx
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I have always thought maybe we have more than one life. That since this life is hell we come are sent back here for a do-over. LOL xxx Nancy
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Well,we will all find out the truth one day. I think I'd like to stay up there with my wings and fly around the universe, LOL.
Comment from Pquack
This piece is awesome! I love the flow, the wording and I love writing that is thought provoking. We all have these moments, or should of self evaluation and regret and hopefully we all learn from them. Thank you for the wonderful piece and please write on!
reply by the author on 25-May-2017
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This piece is awesome! I love the flow, the wording and I love writing that is thought provoking. We all have these moments, or should of self evaluation and regret and hopefully we all learn from them. Thank you for the wonderful piece and please write on!
Comment Written 25-May-2017
reply by the author on 25-May-2017
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Thank you so much for this really lovely review. I'm delighted you enjoyed it. :) Sandra xx
Comment from royowen
Because I've been inclined to be "mouthy" in the past, something's slipped out that I never meant to, that's inclined to devastate me, and although God has worked with me, that's in part dissipated over time I still wish...!? "Quick to listen, slow to speak" James 1:19 is the go! But things can't be taken back from the past, the future can still be changed, the good thing is having the conscience to do it...and prayer. Beautifully written, I couldn't agree more, perhaps Veronica's propensity would be useful! So well written in aabb rhyming, eloquently crafted in even meter, well done Sandra, blessings, Roy
reply by the author on 26-May-2017
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Because I've been inclined to be "mouthy" in the past, something's slipped out that I never meant to, that's inclined to devastate me, and although God has worked with me, that's in part dissipated over time I still wish...!? "Quick to listen, slow to speak" James 1:19 is the go! But things can't be taken back from the past, the future can still be changed, the good thing is having the conscience to do it...and prayer. Beautifully written, I couldn't agree more, perhaps Veronica's propensity would be useful! So well written in aabb rhyming, eloquently crafted in even meter, well done Sandra, blessings, Roy
Comment Written 25-May-2017
reply by the author on 26-May-2017
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LOL, 'Mouthy! You! I don't believe it. But you've hit the nail on the head, many times words just slip out that we immediately regret saying, and it's too late to take them back. Once said, they are out there. I'd like to change a few of those stupid words spoken in anger. I smiled at the Veronica remark! Big hugs, my dear friend. :) Sandra xxx
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Well...maybe not mouthy, I was loose lipped in my drinking days, but that was long ago. It's really good to talk to a favourite friend, I can't imagine you hurting anyone though Sandra,
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It's my mum I think of mostly. I wish I had told her more often how much I loved her. I am sure I hurt her a few times but didn't mean to. We were so close and I loved her to bits, but didn't tell her enough. Too late now. As for you, drunken words don't count because they are said or done when your brain is having a snooze! Another big hug for my lovely friend. xxxx
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My wife stuck by me Sandra, I'll always be grateful. Your mum loved you without condition, I know how much I love mine, they dont have to do anything, although they do. Don't you fret, she knows. My little granddaughter (5) said to Elaine and I, "I'm good for my teacher, but not always for mummy...why?" Nor do we know! Bless you Sandra. Roy
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Isn't your granddaughter wise. We are all the same, I think. Knowing we can (almost) get away with it with our mothers, but won't with our teachers. LOL. Your granddaughter sounds lovely, Roy. xx
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Kids are wiser and more observant than we think, they watch us, they know they're deeply loved. I'm overly proud of them, thanks to God, they are fortunate, and lovely...all, bless you, Sandra,
