Lessons?
life, I should think32 total reviews
Comment from susand3022
Hi Victor,
Such sadness for this time of year. It could be that it's just time to embrace your dreams after all this time.
So, Victor... what do you want to be when you grow up? ;)
Susan :)
reply by the author on 25-Nov-2022
  |
Hi Victor,
Such sadness for this time of year. It could be that it's just time to embrace your dreams after all this time.
So, Victor... what do you want to be when you grow up? ;)
Susan :)
Comment Written 25-Nov-2022
reply by the author on 25-Nov-2022
-
A child.
And Holidays are fraught
with sadness.
Suicides are most prevalent around Christmas I believe.
Comment from Boogienights
Its ok to recall the past, what you have or have not done, but not to dwell on it. Your poem is well written and interesting, with a certain wistfulness that makes it a bit sad. Thanks for sharing. :)
reply by the author on 25-Nov-2022
|
Its ok to recall the past, what you have or have not done, but not to dwell on it. Your poem is well written and interesting, with a certain wistfulness that makes it a bit sad. Thanks for sharing. :)
Comment Written 25-Nov-2022
reply by the author on 25-Nov-2022
-
Thank you.
Comment from barbara.wilkey
Since, I've retired I think back over my life and the mistakes and the non-mistakes. Now, I get to sit back and enjoy life and my grandchildren. I try to not think about the mess our governments in, but it's almost impossible. Thank you for sharing.
reply by the author on 25-Nov-2022
|
Since, I've retired I think back over my life and the mistakes and the non-mistakes. Now, I get to sit back and enjoy life and my grandchildren. I try to not think about the mess our governments in, but it's almost impossible. Thank you for sharing.
Comment Written 25-Nov-2022
reply by the author on 25-Nov-2022
-
Barbara, I've said this before, but=you are brighter than you think you are.
Love,
Doug
Comment from Sherry SG
A poignant, thoughtful piece, and a reminder to those of us who still can -- to believe in our dreams and chase them instead of societal ideals.
But ah, how can one ignore the pull and scream of the basic needs of life which a paycheck undeniably fulfills? How does one balance dreams with materialistic needs and desire? I'm still searching for my answer.
Thanks for sharing. I liked reading your piece.
reply by the author on 25-Nov-2022
|
A poignant, thoughtful piece, and a reminder to those of us who still can -- to believe in our dreams and chase them instead of societal ideals.
But ah, how can one ignore the pull and scream of the basic needs of life which a paycheck undeniably fulfills? How does one balance dreams with materialistic needs and desire? I'm still searching for my answer.
Thanks for sharing. I liked reading your piece.
Comment Written 25-Nov-2022
reply by the author on 25-Nov-2022
-
As are we all.
Comment from Zue65
The message sounded really philosophical and made me ponder more about life and poetry. Succes in linear verbiage only reminds us of what we have been and what we are now. Nothing more. Fan Story writers embraced the craziness of improving rankings by directly purchasing member dollar pumps when reviewing other literary works are no longer possible. I have to admit I have stooped to that level at times. Sadly, this has never been my dream.
reply by the author on 25-Nov-2022
|
The message sounded really philosophical and made me ponder more about life and poetry. Succes in linear verbiage only reminds us of what we have been and what we are now. Nothing more. Fan Story writers embraced the craziness of improving rankings by directly purchasing member dollar pumps when reviewing other literary works are no longer possible. I have to admit I have stooped to that level at times. Sadly, this has never been my dream.
Comment Written 25-Nov-2022
reply by the author on 25-Nov-2022
-
It's ok. To say none of us have never stooped below ourselves,
is to lie to oneself.
Comment from Pam (respa)
-Nice image and presentation, Doug.
-You have a thought provoking poem
for the day after Thanksgiving. Hope
you had a good one.
-You ask good questions.
-An interesting connection between
sadness, rhyme, and compromise.
-Very good concluding verses that
suggest you went for the gusto in your life,
but maybe didn't follow your dreams.
-Thanks for sharing your thoughts
and have a good day.
reply by the author on 25-Nov-2022
|
-Nice image and presentation, Doug.
-You have a thought provoking poem
for the day after Thanksgiving. Hope
you had a good one.
-You ask good questions.
-An interesting connection between
sadness, rhyme, and compromise.
-Very good concluding verses that
suggest you went for the gusto in your life,
but maybe didn't follow your dreams.
-Thanks for sharing your thoughts
and have a good day.
Comment Written 25-Nov-2022
reply by the author on 25-Nov-2022
-
Also, absolutely correct.
Thank you,
Doug
Comment from Jesse James Doty
A life is just a thought I embraced but not my dreams...this is so sad and empty. I hope this isn't the end all be all of your life. I have only dreams and not a life you seem to be telling us, it this really true? I hope the answer is no. Thank you for this raw and honest look at your personal life and what you hope to achieve. It sounds like your dream is but a life away.
Jesse
reply by the author on 25-Nov-2022
|
A life is just a thought I embraced but not my dreams...this is so sad and empty. I hope this isn't the end all be all of your life. I have only dreams and not a life you seem to be telling us, it this really true? I hope the answer is no. Thank you for this raw and honest look at your personal life and what you hope to achieve. It sounds like your dream is but a life away.
Jesse
Comment Written 25-Nov-2022
reply by the author on 25-Nov-2022
-
Oh my brilliant one,
thank you.
Doug
Comment from Bill Schott
This poem, Lessons, seems to speak of experience and the good and bad retained from it. This falls within the meter of choice and the expanse of vocabulary. When cold, it reflects either life, or its imitation.
reply by the author on 25-Nov-2022
|
This poem, Lessons, seems to speak of experience and the good and bad retained from it. This falls within the meter of choice and the expanse of vocabulary. When cold, it reflects either life, or its imitation.
Comment Written 25-Nov-2022
reply by the author on 25-Nov-2022
-
Very good, Bill.
I am impressed.
Comment from dragonpoet
Hi Doug,
This is a contemplative poem about how life is going for you. It asks if accomplishments are more important than trying to live your dreams. Sometimes accomplishments don't advance dreams but curtail them.
Keep writing and stay healthy
Hope you had a nice Thanksgiving and have a great Holiday season.
Joan
reply by the author on 25-Nov-2022
|
Hi Doug,
This is a contemplative poem about how life is going for you. It asks if accomplishments are more important than trying to live your dreams. Sometimes accomplishments don't advance dreams but curtail them.
Keep writing and stay healthy
Hope you had a nice Thanksgiving and have a great Holiday season.
Joan
Comment Written 25-Nov-2022
reply by the author on 25-Nov-2022
-
Correct, Joan.
Thank you.
-
No problem, Doug.
Joan
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
I think we do compromise when it comes to achievements as we all can't be successful, but in our own way can find success within and be contented, there are many ways to do it, I enjoyed your words here, love Dolly x
reply by the author on 25-Nov-2022
|
I think we do compromise when it comes to achievements as we all can't be successful, but in our own way can find success within and be contented, there are many ways to do it, I enjoyed your words here, love Dolly x
Comment Written 25-Nov-2022
reply by the author on 25-Nov-2022
-
Yes, there are many ways to do it.
But, not so many, for dreams.
