On the Verge of Wisdom
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Comment from tfawcus
It sounds as if you have gathered a fair bit of practical wisdom with the years! Not least, the realisation "that life is what you give." Nicely penned.
reply by the author on 01-May-2018
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It sounds as if you have gathered a fair bit of practical wisdom with the years! Not least, the realisation "that life is what you give." Nicely penned.
Comment Written 29-Apr-2018
reply by the author on 01-May-2018
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Thank you Tony for your thoughtful and encouraging review.
Blessings
Janet
Comment from Jesse James Doty
Well written and excellent commentary on growing up and older. I like the use of the word "watershed" to mean "critical moment". The meaning was clear to me before I read the glossary of how you meant it. I like the title, and the additional line saying, "waiting". Although you start with, "I always thought..." It seems to me that you have found wisdom. Perhaps without being aware of it. I like the rhymes, and the flow is excellent. I like the artwork, which is fitting for the title, and the subject matter. I thought you stated your truth wisely. I enjoyed reading this poem very much. Thanks for sharing.
Take care, Jesse
reply by the author on 01-May-2018
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Well written and excellent commentary on growing up and older. I like the use of the word "watershed" to mean "critical moment". The meaning was clear to me before I read the glossary of how you meant it. I like the title, and the additional line saying, "waiting". Although you start with, "I always thought..." It seems to me that you have found wisdom. Perhaps without being aware of it. I like the rhymes, and the flow is excellent. I like the artwork, which is fitting for the title, and the subject matter. I thought you stated your truth wisely. I enjoyed reading this poem very much. Thanks for sharing.
Take care, Jesse
Comment Written 29-Apr-2018
reply by the author on 01-May-2018
Thank you Jesse for your thoughtful and encouraging review.
Blessings
Janet
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You're welcome, Janet. I enjoyed reading and reviewing your poem.
Jesse
Comment from nancyjam
A beautiful message conveyed in your
well-crafted poem.
Each day is a blessing if we accept it with joy
and look to the future with a positive attitude.
Your rhymes are pleasant to hear and your
meter is strong.
Thans for sharing these positive thoughts.
Nancy
reply by the author on 01-May-2018
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A beautiful message conveyed in your
well-crafted poem.
Each day is a blessing if we accept it with joy
and look to the future with a positive attitude.
Your rhymes are pleasant to hear and your
meter is strong.
Thans for sharing these positive thoughts.
Nancy
Comment Written 29-Apr-2018
reply by the author on 01-May-2018
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Thank you Nancy for your thoughtful and encouraging review.
Blessings
Janet
Comment from Teri7
This is a very well written and six star poem in my eyes. You used very good descriptive words and lovely art work. My favorite stanza was this:
I've learned that life is what you give --
rejoicing in each brand-new day.
A sense of wonder, joy and faith
that even time cannot betray.
love, Teri
reply by the author on 01-May-2018
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This is a very well written and six star poem in my eyes. You used very good descriptive words and lovely art work. My favorite stanza was this:
I've learned that life is what you give --
rejoicing in each brand-new day.
A sense of wonder, joy and faith
that even time cannot betray.
love, Teri
Comment Written 29-Apr-2018
reply by the author on 01-May-2018
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Thank you Teri for your thoughtful and encouraging review and those special stars.
Blessings
Janet
Comment from meeshu
very insightful write, JMF. so well framed with a perfect rhyme scheme. asking the questions is the answer all along. a keen mind is always searching.......meeshu
reply by the author on 30-Apr-2018
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very insightful write, JMF. so well framed with a perfect rhyme scheme. asking the questions is the answer all along. a keen mind is always searching.......meeshu
Comment Written 29-Apr-2018
reply by the author on 30-Apr-2018
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thank you meeshu for your thoughtful and encouraging review.
Blessings
Janet
Comment from Harry Smith
You chose an exceptional picture to accompany this exceptionally well written poem that is busting with lots and lots of imagery and emotions.
reply by the author on 30-Apr-2018
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You chose an exceptional picture to accompany this exceptionally well written poem that is busting with lots and lots of imagery and emotions.
Comment Written 29-Apr-2018
reply by the author on 30-Apr-2018
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Thank you for your thoughtful review Harry.
Blessings
Janet
Comment from Sis Cat
Is Julia Cameron the one who wrote "The Artist's Way"? I love her books. My mother gave me a copy. She is so inspiring. I can see how her course inspired your poem. The center stanza is a key one which shows you still have lingering questions despite the wisdom age is supposed to bring:
Though I have healed some ancient wounds
and reveled in each watershed --
discerning questions I have sought
still seem a mys'try in my head.
The rest of your poem deals with your search for purpose (something that I have searched for myself), and sharing what you learned in life:
I've learned that life is what you give --
rejoicing in each brand-new day.
A sense of wonder, joy and faith
that even time cannot betray.
This is a wonderful poem well-expressed. Your message is so strong that I did not notice your smooth rhymes until my second read.
Congratulations for finishing the course and thank you for sharing your poem and wisdom.
reply by the author on 01-May-2018
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Is Julia Cameron the one who wrote "The Artist's Way"? I love her books. My mother gave me a copy. She is so inspiring. I can see how her course inspired your poem. The center stanza is a key one which shows you still have lingering questions despite the wisdom age is supposed to bring:
Though I have healed some ancient wounds
and reveled in each watershed --
discerning questions I have sought
still seem a mys'try in my head.
The rest of your poem deals with your search for purpose (something that I have searched for myself), and sharing what you learned in life:
I've learned that life is what you give --
rejoicing in each brand-new day.
A sense of wonder, joy and faith
that even time cannot betray.
This is a wonderful poem well-expressed. Your message is so strong that I did not notice your smooth rhymes until my second read.
Congratulations for finishing the course and thank you for sharing your poem and wisdom.
Comment Written 29-Apr-2018
reply by the author on 01-May-2018
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Thank you Andre for your thoughtful ad encouraging review.
Julia Cameron's book "The Artist's Way" was what got me started writing. I have since read other books she's written like this one "It's Never too Late to Begin Again". You are right, she is inspirational. I still do my "Morning Pages" and an occational "Me Date". She definitely has some ideas to cultivate creativity. In this book, one of the tasks was to write our memoirs in 12 segments which was quite a challenge but also very rewarding.
Thank you again my friend.
Blessings
Janet
Comment from lyenochka
Great way to summarize what you've learned in the class with this beautiful poem!
I especially liked the last stanza:
"I've learned that life is what you give --
rejoicing in each brand-new day.
A sense of wonder, joy and faith
that even time cannot betray."
I have read a couple of Cameron's books. She's a wonderful mentor in the creative process.
reply by the author on 30-Apr-2018
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Great way to summarize what you've learned in the class with this beautiful poem!
I especially liked the last stanza:
"I've learned that life is what you give --
rejoicing in each brand-new day.
A sense of wonder, joy and faith
that even time cannot betray."
I have read a couple of Cameron's books. She's a wonderful mentor in the creative process.
Comment Written 29-Apr-2018
reply by the author on 30-Apr-2018
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Thank you for your thoughtful and encouraging review.
Cameron's books are great - very inspirational.
Blessings
Janet
Comment from royowen
I don't think any of us are truly in a place wisdom-wise, we think we should be, too many conflicting hang-ups leave us somewhat confused instead of "wise". But since I've known God, even though in my mind it hasn't happened, but these things keep taking me by surprise, come via my mouth and pen. Not that we ever "arrive" but we get closer. Beautifully written, open and honest, there's always mercy everyday Janet, I liked your well written, reflective, and humble post, smooth, deftly crafted and rhymed in abcb rhyming and tetrametric quatrains, well done, blessings Roy
reply by the author on 30-Apr-2018
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I don't think any of us are truly in a place wisdom-wise, we think we should be, too many conflicting hang-ups leave us somewhat confused instead of "wise". But since I've known God, even though in my mind it hasn't happened, but these things keep taking me by surprise, come via my mouth and pen. Not that we ever "arrive" but we get closer. Beautifully written, open and honest, there's always mercy everyday Janet, I liked your well written, reflective, and humble post, smooth, deftly crafted and rhymed in abcb rhyming and tetrametric quatrains, well done, blessings Roy
Comment Written 29-Apr-2018
reply by the author on 30-Apr-2018
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Thank you for this wonderful review Roy. I always appreciate hearing from you and the 6 stars is a added bonus.
Blessings my friend.
Janet
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Most welcome Janet,
Comment from William Ross
Nice, great write on the verge of wisdom, I believe we gain wisdom with each new day we rise. Nicely done, Have a great day.
reply by the author on 30-Apr-2018
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Nice, great write on the verge of wisdom, I believe we gain wisdom with each new day we rise. Nicely done, Have a great day.
Comment Written 29-Apr-2018
reply by the author on 30-Apr-2018
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Thank you William for your thoughtful and encouraging review.
Blessings
Janet
