Integrity
Stay true to yourself.6 total reviews
Comment from Bill Schott
This never-stich, Integrity, reminds me of Emerson's line from Self-reliance:
Speak what you think now in hard words, and tomorrow speak what tomorrow thinks in hard words again, though it contradict every thing you said to-day.
reply by the author on 25-May-2017
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This never-stich, Integrity, reminds me of Emerson's line from Self-reliance:
Speak what you think now in hard words, and tomorrow speak what tomorrow thinks in hard words again, though it contradict every thing you said to-day.
Comment Written 25-May-2017
reply by the author on 25-May-2017
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In today's environment, it's hard to steer a straight course from one day to the next without getting seasick! But not impossible. Thanks for the feedback.
Comment from Ogden
Congratulations on your first-place finish, June.
On it's face, your clever poem's message is straightforward and profoundly insightful, but on second thought seems to be oxymoronic.
If, for example, an idea or dogma is in violation of your principles, isn't the advice to change your opinion while maintaining the principles that the concept attacks, self-contradictory?
Don
reply by the author on 24-May-2017
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Congratulations on your first-place finish, June.
On it's face, your clever poem's message is straightforward and profoundly insightful, but on second thought seems to be oxymoronic.
If, for example, an idea or dogma is in violation of your principles, isn't the advice to change your opinion while maintaining the principles that the concept attacks, self-contradictory?
Don
Comment Written 24-May-2017
reply by the author on 24-May-2017
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It does appear oxymoronic. I agree. But my thought was from the standpoint of yielding without totally compromising on your core belief. A boy might have stolen bread because his little sister was starving. My opinion of him then changes. He wasn't a punk like I had thought, but it was still a crime. And crime comes with punishment, albeit a lighter form. Does this make sense?
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Yes, it does make sense. But it's provisional. "Never" is absolute and irreversible, which is why, " 'Never say "never' " should be an addendum to the ninth commandment, clarifying bearing false witness.
:o) Don
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I fully agree, but not much you can do by way of explanation when you're limited to 10 syllables! I actually liked your entry more...
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That's sweet of you to say, June. I hope you don't think my remarks had a sour grapes flavor.
I always hesitate to say anything that smacks of criticism of an entry in a contest I'm also in, and seldom review any.
Hugs, Don
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No sour grapes. You obviously are an accomplished poet and have nothing to prove. Contests are fun and we need to keep in mind readers may not always get our viewpoint. So if I don't agree with their critique I simply say thank you. I did agree with yours.
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Thank you for the compliment, and reassurance. Onward, we move. :o)
Comment from Nikki-Nicole
In just one line and ten syllables, you've managed to pen a good poem.
After reading this, I find that it meets the requirements of the contest. Therefore, I think it would make a good contest entry.
The words come together and form great advice.
The color of font goes well with the background color selected.
Best of luck to you in the contest.
Thanks for sharing your Monostitch.
Good luck with your future writing.
-Nicole-
reply by the author on 23-May-2017
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In just one line and ten syllables, you've managed to pen a good poem.
After reading this, I find that it meets the requirements of the contest. Therefore, I think it would make a good contest entry.
The words come together and form great advice.
The color of font goes well with the background color selected.
Best of luck to you in the contest.
Thanks for sharing your Monostitch.
Good luck with your future writing.
-Nicole-
Comment Written 23-May-2017
reply by the author on 23-May-2017
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Thank you for the positive feedback!
Comment from Commando
Awesome Artwork. Six words, "says it all!" A most commendable post, "mystery author." Strength and Courage, is what America is all about. Honor and Pride, shall keep Ole Glory up the pole. And Love and Family, shall keep our young children,
beating the drums and yelling, "Hurrah!"
Respectfully,
Bill Bishop (Junglefighter).
reply by the author on 23-May-2017
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Awesome Artwork. Six words, "says it all!" A most commendable post, "mystery author." Strength and Courage, is what America is all about. Honor and Pride, shall keep Ole Glory up the pole. And Love and Family, shall keep our young children,
beating the drums and yelling, "Hurrah!"
Respectfully,
Bill Bishop (Junglefighter).
Comment Written 23-May-2017
reply by the author on 23-May-2017
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Thank you for your insights and exceptional rating! Appreciate your taking the time to read and review.
Comment from rspoet
This is a fine monostitch for the contest
that meets the required syllables and word never
And it is a good bit of advice.
If a principle can be changed, it's not much of a principle
But opinions, they can change with new information all the time
Excellent art work to match
Nicely done
Good luck in the contest
reply by the author on 22-May-2017
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This is a fine monostitch for the contest
that meets the required syllables and word never
And it is a good bit of advice.
If a principle can be changed, it's not much of a principle
But opinions, they can change with new information all the time
Excellent art work to match
Nicely done
Good luck in the contest
Comment Written 21-May-2017
reply by the author on 22-May-2017
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Thank you for your insights and support!
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
This is a great contest entry. Good job on its style. All rules were followed. Your few words say a great deal. Best wishes in the contest. Jan
reply by the author on 21-May-2017
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This is a great contest entry. Good job on its style. All rules were followed. Your few words say a great deal. Best wishes in the contest. Jan
Comment Written 21-May-2017
reply by the author on 21-May-2017
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Thank you, Jan! Appreciate the encouragement.
