Hope Chest
life in drawer46 total reviews
Comment from kiwigirl2821
Hello Victor
I felt this write. I mean "Who was I to tell me to stop living?" that's the way most people feel when they hit that staging area to experiencing maybe for the first time in a life the absolute need to do something based on what that individual wants not what others dictate they "need". Good for you. Liked the short to the point exactness of this and then there is always that
"And called a number I knew before..." lol that made me laugh. Bravo it's excellent.
xoxo Kiwi
reply by the author on 15-Feb-2018
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Hello Victor
I felt this write. I mean "Who was I to tell me to stop living?" that's the way most people feel when they hit that staging area to experiencing maybe for the first time in a life the absolute need to do something based on what that individual wants not what others dictate they "need". Good for you. Liked the short to the point exactness of this and then there is always that
"And called a number I knew before..." lol that made me laugh. Bravo it's excellent.
xoxo Kiwi
Comment Written 15-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 15-Feb-2018
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Thank you Kiwi, my dear. And Happy Day After Valentine's. Smile.
Comment from Debbie Pope
I am so glad that I chose to read this. My favorite line is "don't try to sell me minutes". That is so ripe with meaning. To me, that summarizes the entire poem. I am pondering (aren't you supposed to when reading poetry) the meaning of the words "hope blooms when age does." I'm getting old and my hope is declining. Probably a fault within myself, huh? Oh well, I did enjoy your poem. Immensely.
reply by the author on 15-Feb-2018
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I am so glad that I chose to read this. My favorite line is "don't try to sell me minutes". That is so ripe with meaning. To me, that summarizes the entire poem. I am pondering (aren't you supposed to when reading poetry) the meaning of the words "hope blooms when age does." I'm getting old and my hope is declining. Probably a fault within myself, huh? Oh well, I did enjoy your poem. Immensely.
Comment Written 14-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 15-Feb-2018
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Thank you. I think you get it all. Doug
Comment from Jesse James Doty
I love the line above the title, "life in drawer" and the title as well. I love it all but I think my favorite two lines are the first two. "Don't ever give me limits, Don't try and sell me minutes." What a powerful way to start this poem! You go on to say, "Hope is not for youth" which is an interesting thought worthy of pondering. "Hope blooms when age does" is another thought-provoking way saying a similar yet different idea. I like your Author's notes which attempt to explain your excellently worded poem. "Who was I to tell me to stop living?" All pointing to the idea that age is a state of being, not a number to claim. I have no idea how old you are but it doesn't matter now does it? You speak of age with wisdom and that is very enticing to me. An enjoyable read, to say the least. An insightful piece. thanks for sharing.
Take care, Jesse
reply by the author on 15-Feb-2018
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I love the line above the title, "life in drawer" and the title as well. I love it all but I think my favorite two lines are the first two. "Don't ever give me limits, Don't try and sell me minutes." What a powerful way to start this poem! You go on to say, "Hope is not for youth" which is an interesting thought worthy of pondering. "Hope blooms when age does" is another thought-provoking way saying a similar yet different idea. I like your Author's notes which attempt to explain your excellently worded poem. "Who was I to tell me to stop living?" All pointing to the idea that age is a state of being, not a number to claim. I have no idea how old you are but it doesn't matter now does it? You speak of age with wisdom and that is very enticing to me. An enjoyable read, to say the least. An insightful piece. thanks for sharing.
Take care, Jesse
Comment Written 14-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 15-Feb-2018
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Naturally, I appreciate ur review and the six stars. But it is also very comforting to find resonance with the people who read me. I can write a bit abscurely at times, requiring effort. But you have felt, interpreted, and elucidated the poem expertly. Kind of better than the poem itself. Thank you.
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Thank you. I am honored by your review of my review. Yes, it did resonate with me and I like your style of writing. I am flattered by your reply. Again, thank you.
Jesse
Comment from BrendaGayle
Wow, this was the best I have read all day. It has a great rhythm. Gives but does not give away too much. I could visualize the speaker in the poem.
reply by the author on 14-Feb-2018
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Wow, this was the best I have read all day. It has a great rhythm. Gives but does not give away too much. I could visualize the speaker in the poem.
Comment Written 14-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 14-Feb-2018
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Thank you very much, Brenda.
Comment from Mustang Patty
Hi there;
Thank you for sharing this well thought-out piece about the pains of being a rebel. It does seem that a rebel is always kicking and screaming to express their opinion. They are always seen as an extremist - all they are doing is expressing themselves.
Well done,
~patty~
reply by the author on 14-Feb-2018
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Hi there;
Thank you for sharing this well thought-out piece about the pains of being a rebel. It does seem that a rebel is always kicking and screaming to express their opinion. They are always seen as an extremist - all they are doing is expressing themselves.
Well done,
~patty~
Comment Written 14-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 14-Feb-2018
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Very, very true, Patty. My, that was an insightful reply. Thank you, Doug.
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
Life is too short to stop living before it stops for you. I enjoyed this, and agree with you. I love the chest of drawers, lol. I find now I'm in my dotage, I'm as free as I was a child. I can say and do the things we are frowned upon when in our in-between years, so it does have some compensations! lol. You keep doing what you're doing! :) Sandra xx
reply by the author on 14-Feb-2018
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Life is too short to stop living before it stops for you. I enjoyed this, and agree with you. I love the chest of drawers, lol. I find now I'm in my dotage, I'm as free as I was a child. I can say and do the things we are frowned upon when in our in-between years, so it does have some compensations! lol. You keep doing what you're doing! :) Sandra xx
Comment Written 14-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 14-Feb-2018
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Ha ha! Thank you, Sandra. I did make a bit of a mess tho-lol.
Comment from LIJ Red
That chest of drawers looks a lot like where I keep my socks and skivvies. Mine's a little rougher, maybe. I've learned in 73 plus years, if ya feel up to it, jump. Fine free verse.
reply by the author on 14-Feb-2018
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That chest of drawers looks a lot like where I keep my socks and skivvies. Mine's a little rougher, maybe. I've learned in 73 plus years, if ya feel up to it, jump. Fine free verse.
Comment Written 13-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 14-Feb-2018
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Lol, yes maam.
Comment from nomi338
Right on! Let those among us who have lived long enough to be grateful to open our eyes upon a brand new day. Those of us who no longer sprint down the street, but have learned to enjoy the stroll around the block that we have visited a time or two. We know what life is about and so armed with this knowledge, we have learned not to ever sweat the small inconsequential things that drive the youngsters wild. Watching them we just sit back and smile.
reply by the author on 14-Feb-2018
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Right on! Let those among us who have lived long enough to be grateful to open our eyes upon a brand new day. Those of us who no longer sprint down the street, but have learned to enjoy the stroll around the block that we have visited a time or two. We know what life is about and so armed with this knowledge, we have learned not to ever sweat the small inconsequential things that drive the youngsters wild. Watching them we just sit back and smile.
Comment Written 13-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 14-Feb-2018
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I kinda wish I could spend some time talking with U. I think we could get along right nicely over a beer, wine, champagne, scotch-I'm not picky. LOL
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An ice cold Corona or a shot of Hennessy is ideal for me. Any other brand will do in a pinch, I am not particularly picky either. Just name the time and the place.
Comment from Kerry Foley Robinson
hmmm...A bit confusing, not very clear as to what you're trying to get across. I would hope youths have hope. Maybe age comes with more wisdom of the matter, and of course less restriction. ~Kerry
reply by the author on 14-Feb-2018
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hmmm...A bit confusing, not very clear as to what you're trying to get across. I would hope youths have hope. Maybe age comes with more wisdom of the matter, and of course less restriction. ~Kerry
Comment Written 13-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 14-Feb-2018
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Hello Kerry. I am sorry this didn't work for U. It was just a little nothing. Reminding oneself to live. Thanks.
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Well you still got my 5 stars and a review:)) would be nice to get a review back once in a while, lol Hugs!
Comment from Zue65
This poem shows clearly the angst of youth, rebellious, adventurous, impulsive, independent, uncontrolled. But when youth becomes adult, they have to profess subdued idealism, the mark of maturity . Well, just my personal reaction anyway. Well done.
reply by the author on 14-Feb-2018
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This poem shows clearly the angst of youth, rebellious, adventurous, impulsive, independent, uncontrolled. But when youth becomes adult, they have to profess subdued idealism, the mark of maturity . Well, just my personal reaction anyway. Well done.
Comment Written 13-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 14-Feb-2018
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Thank you.
