My Cup Is Half Empty
Pessimism versus Optimism27 total reviews
Comment from tfawcus
I guess that I'm more of a glass half full sort of guy, though it's good to read a poem constructed from the opposite point of view. Reminds me of a vastly unpopular and self-opinionated young co-pilot on my squadron who demanded that the loadmaster should bring him half a cup of coffee (the flight being somewhat turbulent). This the very much older and more experienced loadmaster gladly did, having first of all neatly cut away the top half of the paper cup. I guess that under the circumstances, the young man may have had a better time of it with the empty half!
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I guess that I'm more of a glass half full sort of guy, though it's good to read a poem constructed from the opposite point of view. Reminds me of a vastly unpopular and self-opinionated young co-pilot on my squadron who demanded that the loadmaster should bring him half a cup of coffee (the flight being somewhat turbulent). This the very much older and more experienced loadmaster gladly did, having first of all neatly cut away the top half of the paper cup. I guess that under the circumstances, the young man may have had a better time of it with the empty half!
Comment Written 21-Feb-2018
Comment from Kerry Foley Robinson
This is a lovely thought penned in your poem, my friend. Let's fill up our cups of knowledge:) Nice job. ~Kerry
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This is a lovely thought penned in your poem, my friend. Let's fill up our cups of knowledge:) Nice job. ~Kerry
Comment Written 21-Feb-2018
Comment from crzypnter
This is a well written poem that is thought provoking to the reader. There are many out there that have those empty cups. Negativity runs rampid for many. Thanks for sharing. God bless
August
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This is a well written poem that is thought provoking to the reader. There are many out there that have those empty cups. Negativity runs rampid for many. Thanks for sharing. God bless
August
Comment Written 21-Feb-2018
Comment from Cedar
Your poem is full of "words of wisdom." We all must find the route that is best for us and don't stray off course.
I especially like your closing couplet...Bill
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Your poem is full of "words of wisdom." We all must find the route that is best for us and don't stray off course.
I especially like your closing couplet...Bill
Comment Written 21-Feb-2018
Comment from Dean Kuch
I prefer to take the roads less traveled, Jaybird.
There are fewer people there (which is just fine by me) and no one gets in your way. That way you reach your desired destination much faster than everyone else.
Less people equates to less body heat, which means it is far cooler there too.
Besides, it's also more than a little bit dangerous.
Let's face it, who doesn't like a little adventure every now and then?
Be sure no to spill the contents of your cup completely.
It ain't pleasant when that happens.
~Dean
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I prefer to take the roads less traveled, Jaybird.
There are fewer people there (which is just fine by me) and no one gets in your way. That way you reach your desired destination much faster than everyone else.
Less people equates to less body heat, which means it is far cooler there too.
Besides, it's also more than a little bit dangerous.
Let's face it, who doesn't like a little adventure every now and then?
Be sure no to spill the contents of your cup completely.
It ain't pleasant when that happens.
~Dean
Comment Written 21-Feb-2018
Comment from jdrhye
Nice read....ponderous. It's difficult sometimes to keep a positive attitude in the age of social media. Everyone sharing every aspect of their lives and complaining when opinions arise. Staying an individual that lives by their own guidelines has lost its place. Thank you for bringing percpective to choosing our own destiny and wether to focus on the good instead of the bad.
The font is really small as far as visually.... But the message is clear.
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Nice read....ponderous. It's difficult sometimes to keep a positive attitude in the age of social media. Everyone sharing every aspect of their lives and complaining when opinions arise. Staying an individual that lives by their own guidelines has lost its place. Thank you for bringing percpective to choosing our own destiny and wether to focus on the good instead of the bad.
The font is really small as far as visually.... But the message is clear.
Comment Written 20-Feb-2018
Comment from johnwilson
This rhyming piece is well written, showing us how both sides see life. A slight error appears in the second stanza. The word seems should be seem. I particularly like the "closing bell" wording; however, I would take out the word, "So", in the second stanza, as for me it takes away from the read. Well done!
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This rhyming piece is well written, showing us how both sides see life. A slight error appears in the second stanza. The word seems should be seem. I particularly like the "closing bell" wording; however, I would take out the word, "So", in the second stanza, as for me it takes away from the read. Well done!
Comment Written 20-Feb-2018
Comment from Ashlie Daza
You have written a fabulous rhyming poem. It just flows so well. Gave me a smile throughout the entirety of the piece. I do prefer rhyming poems as well. I salute you for your great work.
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You have written a fabulous rhyming poem. It just flows so well. Gave me a smile throughout the entirety of the piece. I do prefer rhyming poems as well. I salute you for your great work.
Comment Written 20-Feb-2018
Comment from jenintorre
I really enjoyed reading your poem. It is so true. I have a half full cup and I have no time for the many people that have a half empty one. Nice work.Best wishes Jen.
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I really enjoyed reading your poem. It is so true. I have a half full cup and I have no time for the many people that have a half empty one. Nice work.Best wishes Jen.
Comment Written 20-Feb-2018
Comment from Writeling
An interesting rhyming pattern to hammer home your narrative. I really like:
'Seeking reality seems right for me,
while many around us just don't agree.'
With best wishes, Writeling
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An interesting rhyming pattern to hammer home your narrative. I really like:
'Seeking reality seems right for me,
while many around us just don't agree.'
With best wishes, Writeling
Comment Written 20-Feb-2018
