Dear Life
Viewing comments for Chapter 15 "Dear Expectations"Addressing different themes in a form of a letter
22 total reviews
Comment from honeytree
Dear Expectations,
You have always played a big role in my life
Rarely caused happiness, but mostly strife
I know it depended where I put you in the first place
You were always unreachable, became a difficult case
Because almost no one could rise as high as you
Too often I was left disappointed, and feeling blue
I used the last step of the ladder, too high, so I fell
No dreams came true, I got hurt and angry like hell
I know it was my fault all those years, I do confess
Now I will try to protect myself from more distress
Today I face an important decision and I am stressed
I am tired of unmet desires, I really need some rest
It is not giving up on you, now don't get me wrong
I just feel more sensitive, so fragile and not strong
So please don't get angry when I drag you down
Try to understand...oh no, I already see you frown
A delightful poem about Dear Expectations.
'Why worry everything sounds great and is great.
I don't want to become to high in this world."
honeytree.
reply by the author on 15-May-2008
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Dear Expectations,
You have always played a big role in my life
Rarely caused happiness, but mostly strife
I know it depended where I put you in the first place
You were always unreachable, became a difficult case
Because almost no one could rise as high as you
Too often I was left disappointed, and feeling blue
I used the last step of the ladder, too high, so I fell
No dreams came true, I got hurt and angry like hell
I know it was my fault all those years, I do confess
Now I will try to protect myself from more distress
Today I face an important decision and I am stressed
I am tired of unmet desires, I really need some rest
It is not giving up on you, now don't get me wrong
I just feel more sensitive, so fragile and not strong
So please don't get angry when I drag you down
Try to understand...oh no, I already see you frown
A delightful poem about Dear Expectations.
'Why worry everything sounds great and is great.
I don't want to become to high in this world."
honeytree.
Comment Written 15-May-2008
reply by the author on 15-May-2008
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Haha, exactly honeytree, I am glad where I stand now.
I loved your comment, thanks for reviewing my work.
Love
Pupa
Comment from mtngalofnc
Hi PUPA,
First, I must say the art and color scheme are simply beautiful. Your poem has excellent rhyme and flow leaving the meaning clear. I think we all have been at this point sometime in our lives, but maybe our expectations need to be in another direction. It is a pleasure to have read and reviewed this very well written poem, Thank you for sharing. God bless and best wishes!
mtngalofnc
reply by the author on 15-May-2008
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Hi PUPA,
First, I must say the art and color scheme are simply beautiful. Your poem has excellent rhyme and flow leaving the meaning clear. I think we all have been at this point sometime in our lives, but maybe our expectations need to be in another direction. It is a pleasure to have read and reviewed this very well written poem, Thank you for sharing. God bless and best wishes!
mtngalofnc
Comment Written 15-May-2008
reply by the author on 15-May-2008
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Thank you so much for visiting this poem/letter, I appreciate your time and the kind review. Glad you liked it my friend.
Love
Pupa
Comment from justmade
No, Pupa that will only make you lazy.
Still keep your expectations Pupa you just need to work hard enough to level with it and pray.
Nice poem.
Much love,
Justmade.
reply by the author on 04-May-2008
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No, Pupa that will only make you lazy.
Still keep your expectations Pupa you just need to work hard enough to level with it and pray.
Nice poem.
Much love,
Justmade.
Comment Written 03-May-2008
reply by the author on 04-May-2008
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Hello my friend, don't worry, I will still maintain my high standard of expectations expected of me. Other peoples exp. are the ones I meant and again only not to get hurt.
Thanks for your concern.
Love
Pupa
Comment from Kingsland
this poem just skates by for me
for you have the ability to make the piece
with a lot more imagery than you have here
but you stayed with the rhythm of it
but I see so much better in you then this poem
but it is still a five star piece of poetry
that was my pleasure to have read and reviewed it... John
PS... isn't my review kind of ironic considering the name and meaning in the poem...
reply by the author on 03-May-2008
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this poem just skates by for me
for you have the ability to make the piece
with a lot more imagery than you have here
but you stayed with the rhythm of it
but I see so much better in you then this poem
but it is still a five star piece of poetry
that was my pleasure to have read and reviewed it... John
PS... isn't my review kind of ironic considering the name and meaning in the poem...
Comment Written 02-May-2008
reply by the author on 03-May-2008
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Thanks for believing in my ability to write better than that! Such comments do make a difference and I appreciate that you pointed this out. In that case, I should double my thanks for the high rating...
I did start smiling at your review, before I reach your PS...hmmm expectations...
but I was talking about what I expect from others. What others expect of me should stay as high as possible!
Thanks again my dear friend.
Love
Pupa
Comment from Gert sherwood
Hello PUP perfect rhyme and very true telling all of us don't raise you hopes too high they can easily collapse
My god life can be tough. When we want to feel happy with
our seleves.
Gert
reply by the author on 02-May-2008
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Hello PUP perfect rhyme and very true telling all of us don't raise you hopes too high they can easily collapse
My god life can be tough. When we want to feel happy with
our seleves.
Gert
Comment Written 02-May-2008
reply by the author on 02-May-2008
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Thanks Gert, I appreciate your review and comments on my decision to lower my expectations of other people a little bit.
Love
Pupa
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You are so welcome
Gert
Comment from babylonia
LOL it isn't easy at first when you lower your expectations. first you must remember that lower expectations doesn't mean lower standards. just think what would i like if i could have anything and then think what can i get and still find happiness. when it is expectations of other people ... that's where it all changes. for me anyway. always good to have goals and take care of self.
easy to read and follow. no spaggies do i see. imagery is excellent. made me smile. made me laugh. keep up the good work~
reply by the author on 02-May-2008
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LOL it isn't easy at first when you lower your expectations. first you must remember that lower expectations doesn't mean lower standards. just think what would i like if i could have anything and then think what can i get and still find happiness. when it is expectations of other people ... that's where it all changes. for me anyway. always good to have goals and take care of self.
easy to read and follow. no spaggies do i see. imagery is excellent. made me smile. made me laugh. keep up the good work~
Comment Written 02-May-2008
reply by the author on 02-May-2008
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Hi my friend. It is because I want to take care of myself (for a change) that I am thinking this way. I do mean expectations of other people here.
Thanks for your insightful and understanding review.
Love
Pupa
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pupa,
no expectations of others as well as trust in yourself are two big helpers. my husband wonders why i don't question where he is or where he is going, etc. to be honest i just don't have time to think about it. if i can't trust that he is staying out of trouble then i don't need to be with him. i don't want to be questioned either. i am glad to see you take it easy. it's the best way.
barbara
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Barbara, thank you for your very wise comments and the time you share with me. Pupa
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Barbara, thank you for your very wise comments and the time you share with me. Pupa
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pupa,
you are welcome. i am here for you.
barbara
Comment from Dragonsrgreen
I love the poem and it fits how I feel some of the time. It is well written and the words used cause it to flow nicely. My only nit is with the absence of one word, though I don't know that it is really needed. It doesn't interrupt the movement or rhythm either way. Your call. I hoped it helped to write it down.
I know it depended (on) where I put you in the first place
E.
reply by the author on 02-May-2008
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I love the poem and it fits how I feel some of the time. It is well written and the words used cause it to flow nicely. My only nit is with the absence of one word, though I don't know that it is really needed. It doesn't interrupt the movement or rhythm either way. Your call. I hoped it helped to write it down.
I know it depended (on) where I put you in the first place
E.
Comment Written 02-May-2008
reply by the author on 02-May-2008
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Thanks for a great review, E. The word you pointed out 'on' has confused me, I put it then took it away several times. Thanks for pointing it out, I will go to see it now.
I am glad you liked my letter/poem.
Love
Pupa
Comment from G.B. Smith
It is not giving up on you, now don't get me wrong
I just feel more sensitive, so fragile and not strong
So please don't get angry when I drag you down
Try to understand...oh no, I already see you frown
Turn it upside down & it is a smile over this lovely poem.
Nicely done
Bear
reply by the author on 02-May-2008
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It is not giving up on you, now don't get me wrong
I just feel more sensitive, so fragile and not strong
So please don't get angry when I drag you down
Try to understand...oh no, I already see you frown
Turn it upside down & it is a smile over this lovely poem.
Nicely done
Bear
Comment Written 02-May-2008
reply by the author on 02-May-2008
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Hi Bear, haven't met you for a while. I read your remark and laughed, nice idea, will try to turn things upside down and see what I will get next! lol.
Thanks for the kind review and rating.
Love
Pupa
Comment from rama devi
I like the format (letter style addressed to expectations)
it is an unexpected approach (LOL)
I like the clear, direct honesty in your tone.
And the wisdom in your decision.
We can strive of high goals. Ambition is okay. But it is so true that expectation often leads to disappointment. this is why the Bhagavad gita (ancient sanskrit scripture) teaches us not to be attached to the fruit of our actions but dedicate them to God.
I would add a PS to Expectations....tell 'him' that you are inviting "acceptance" in to stay for a while and you don't have room for both of them. (feel free to use this idea if you like it)!
*smiles*
rama devi
reply by the author on 02-May-2008
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I like the format (letter style addressed to expectations)
it is an unexpected approach (LOL)
I like the clear, direct honesty in your tone.
And the wisdom in your decision.
We can strive of high goals. Ambition is okay. But it is so true that expectation often leads to disappointment. this is why the Bhagavad gita (ancient sanskrit scripture) teaches us not to be attached to the fruit of our actions but dedicate them to God.
I would add a PS to Expectations....tell 'him' that you are inviting "acceptance" in to stay for a while and you don't have room for both of them. (feel free to use this idea if you like it)!
*smiles*
rama devi
Comment Written 02-May-2008
reply by the author on 02-May-2008
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rama devi, thanks for your very insightful review which I read with interest. I also appreciate your suggestion regarding adding a PS, it made me smile and I like it very much. I will see if I can add it, but thanks again.
Love
Pupa
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*big smiles*
Thank for your sweet response, pupa.
Love, rama devi
Comment from LovnPeace
This gave me a great laugh. How cute Puma and how wise. I try never to entertain expectations. Great writing and thinking dear Puma. LOL I love it. Blessings to you dear lady. L&P*
reply by the author on 02-May-2008
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This gave me a great laugh. How cute Puma and how wise. I try never to entertain expectations. Great writing and thinking dear Puma. LOL I love it. Blessings to you dear lady. L&P*
Comment Written 02-May-2008
reply by the author on 02-May-2008
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L&P, hi, well some reviewers don't think it is wise, but I do and I will stick to it too.
Thanks for your understanding and kind review.
Love
Pupa
